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Franschhoek Pass

Regional road R45 (Western Cape) | Tra (between) Franschhoek - Villiersdorp, Franschhoek, South Africa
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Ranked #3 of 25 attractions in Franschhoek
4.5 of 5 stars 38 Reviews
Type: Scenic Drives
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Franschhoek, Cape Winelands, South Africa
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Aweinspiring views, close to the village of Franschhoek, and the road has been maintained in very good order More

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Donaghadee, Northern Ireland
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

The view coming down into Franschoek is incredible! Zig-zags overlooking a stunning valley full of wonderful vineyards. More

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Hamburg, Germany
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

as you are heading towards Franschoek over the mountain Pass, you drive through the Franschoek Pass which is breath taking. Keep your camera ready. More

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australia
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

The views from pass are - in a word - magnificent! Make sure you stop at the sidings as the photo opportunities are simply too good to pass up. The road is excellent, though very windy as you get over the top. Don't worry about the trucks in front...just chill and enjoy the view! More

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Pietermaritzburg KZN Natal South Africa
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

It is worth stopping in the little view site areas and stretching your legs so that you get the best of the views. More

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Kleinmond south Africa
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

Well worth the trip through the mountains to the Overberg. Stop at the top and look down on the beautiful winelands and valley below. More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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5 reviews 5 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

Fantastic scenery for a relaxing day - we've gone back every time we've visited Franschoek More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

Fantastic scenery for a relaxing day - we've gone back every time we've visited Franschoek More

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Mtubatuba, South Africa
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76 reviews 76 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

driving up and over the franschhoek pass and down to the Theewaterskloof dam really is worth the effort , with spectacular views and amazingly scenic surroundings More

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venice
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

Very good views of hills & valley ,the road little bendy & if you get stuck behind truck you can not over take,but well worth drive More

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