Franschhoek Bastille Festival - Cape Winelands
The Franschhoek Bastille Festival is an annual celebration held in the picturesque town of Franschhoek, located in the Cape Winelands of South Africa. This vibrant festival, traditionally held in mid-July, is a tribute to the town’s rich French heritage, dating back to when French Huguenots settled in the region over 300 years ago. The event coincides with Bastille Day, France’s national holiday, and offers a unique blend of French culture and South African flair.
The festival is renowned for its Food & Wine Marquee, where visitors can sample some of the best local wines and gourmet food from Franschhoek’s world-class restaurants. Beyond wine and food, the festival also features a range of entertainment, including live music, French-themed markets, and activities like the Bastille Barrel Race and Pétanque (French lawn bowling). Visitors are encouraged to dress in red, white, and blue in honor of the French flag, adding to the festive atmosphere.
Contact Ddetails for the Franschhoek Bastille Festival:
Phone: +27 (0)21 876 2861 (Franschhoek Wine Valley Tourist Office)
Email: info@franschhoek.org.za
Website: https://www.franschhoekbastille.co.za/
The festival is a must-visit for lovers of wine, food, and culture, offering a memorable experience in one of South Africa’s most beautiful regions.
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Accommodation near Franschhoek Bastille Festival - Cape Winelands
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Le Ballon Rouge - Bed and Breakfast, Franschhoek (0.1Km)
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Los Olivos - Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet, Franschhoek (0.2Km)
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22 Van Wijk Street Tourist Accommodation - Room Only / Limited SC, Franschhoek (0.2Km)
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Petit & Grande Plaisir - Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet, Franschhoek (0.7Km)
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Sorbonne 6 Franschhoek - Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet, Franschhoek (0.7Km)
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Sorbonne 1 Franschhoek - Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet, Franschhoek (0.8Km)
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Heuwelsig Cottages & Franschhoek Camping - Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet, Franschhoek (4.9Km)
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Val d Or Estate - Bed and Breakfast, Franschhoek (6.9Km)
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Zorgvliet Wines Country Lodge - Bed and Breakfast, Stellenbosch (17.1Km)
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Stellenbosch Apartment - Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet, Stellenbosch (23.6Km)
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Roosenwijn Guest House - Bed and Breakfast, Stellenbosch (23.6Km)
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Stellenboschfontein - Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet, Stellenbosch (23.9Km)
Nearby Towns
- Franschhoek (0.3km)
- Wemmershoek (8.6km)
- Simondium (17.2km)
- Vyeboom (17.3km)
- Villiersdorp (17.7km)
- Jonkershoek (19.1km)
- Boschenmeer Golf Estate (20.7km)
- Rozendal (21.2km)
- Aanhou Wen (21.4km)
- Karindal (21.6km)
- Uniepark (21.7km)
- Dr Malan (22.1km)
- Mostertsdrift (22.3km)
- Simonswyk (22.4km)
- Universiteits Oord (23km)
Nearby Points Of Interest
(As the crow flies. Road distance will differ.)
- Franschhoek Literary Festival - Cape Winelands
- Huguenot Fine Chocolates - Franschhoek, Cape Winelands (0.10km)
- Huguenot Memorial Museum - Franschhoek, Cape Winelands (0.42km)
- First South African Perfume Museum - Franschhoek (0.44km)
- Huguenot Memorial Monument - Franschhoek, Cape Winelands (0.45km)
- Franschhoek Wine Tram - Cape Winelands (0.95km)
- Grande Provence Wine Estate - Franschhoek (2.22km)
- Paradise Stables - Franschhoek, Cape Winelands (2.89km)
- Haut Espoir Winery - Franschhoek, Cape Winelands (3.47km)
- Franschhoek Pass - Cape Winelands (3.79km)
- Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve - nr Franschhoek, Cape Winelands (5.02km)
- Eikehof Wines - Franschhoek, Cape Winelands (6.20km)
- Lynx Wines - Franschhoek, Cape Winelands (9.22km)
- Franschhoek Motor Museum - Cape Winelands (11.41km)
- Groot Drakenstein Prison - nr Franschhoek, Cape Winelands (12.22km)
- Solms-Delta Wine Estate - nr Franschhoek, Cape Winelands (13.18km)
- Franschhoek Oesfees - Cape Winelands (13.18km)
- Boschendal Wine Estate - nr Franschhoek (14.16km)
- Theewaterskloof Dam, Western Cape (14.71km)
- Pearl Valley Golf Course - Paarl, Cape Winelands (15.94km)
- Hottentots Holland Nature Reserve - Overberg, Western Cape (16.64km)
- Klein Drakenstein Mountain Range - nr Paarl, Cape Winelands (17.38km)
- Vrede en Lust Estate - Simondium, Cape Winelands (17.50km)
- Jonkershoek Nature Reserve - nr Stellenbosch, Cape Winelands (17.59km)
- Playrock Adventure Park - Paarl, Cape Winelands (18.62km)
- Assegaaibosch Nature Reserve - Jonkershoek Valley (19.05km)
- Le Bonheur Reptiles and Adventures - Simondium, Cape Winelands (19.27km)
- Noble Hill Wine Estate - nr Paarl, Cape Winelands (19.39km)
- Huguenot Tunnel - nr Paarl, Cape Winelands (19.97km)