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Cycling and Hiking
The Franschhoek Valley blends rugged beauty with adventure, offering an idyllic setting for outdoor lovers and fitness enthusiasts of all levels. Hikers and cyclists will enjoy the diverse landscapes featuring rocky terrain, fertile ground, and mountain slopes, while golfers have access to some of the best courses in the Cape winelands.
Tracks and trails that lead through the winelands
Many of our guests enjoy a leisurely stroll or bike ride into town. There are also hiking and biking trails in the region for both casual adventurers and serious fitness enthusiasts. For hikers, the scenic Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve offers routes that vary in length and difficulty. The area is ideal for trail runners, providing diverse terrain through vineyards, along riverbanks, and through fynbos with different gradients – passing renowned estates and wineries.
Cycling options range from leisurely morning rides to demanding upland trails with serious climbs for the more dedicated. Routes extend through extensive rural farmlands with three popular circular routes of 14 to 20km. The village provides the perfect spot for a well-deserved refreshment or meal.
View more information on our recommended hiking, running & cycling routes here.
E-bike adventures
E-bikes are the perfect middle ground for adventurers who want to cruise through the Winelands and visit the village of Franschhoek without too much exertion. They provide hours of fun on a family outing, or bring a unique element to a wine tasting tour.
Our concierge can assist with e-bike bookings and suggest scenic routes through wine estates. Set off for the day and explore the surrounding vineyards and mountain pathways.
Grand views for a game of golf
La Residence in its mountainous surroundings beckons you outdoors, and one way to soak up the surroundings is during a leisurely game of golf. Just a 20-minute drive from the hotel is one of the Cape’s most celebrated and scenic golf estates, located in Paarl Valley.
Pearl Valley Golf Estate and Spa is distinguished by its signature Jack Nicklaus golf course – an 18-hole championship course that was designed with extensive input from the golfing legend, and is accentuated by inspired design features woven into the natural landscape.
Also in the vicinity of La Residence are Boschenmeer Golf and Country Estate just outside Paarl, and Theewaterskloof Country Estate a little further afield.
Travel Inspiration
Explore sensory delights and moments of magic beneath the mountains and amongst the vines