Rickety Bridge, Franschhoek, South Africa

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Located between the Dassenberg Mountain and the Franschhoek River, the vineyard blends perfectly into an almost picturesque panorama. Rickety Bridge is a winery with a long tradition. With a history going back to 1797, the estate and its legacy have been passed on to its current owner Duncan Spence who has been ownership of the estate since 2000.

This historic estate was originally part of the great La Provence farm given to French Huguenot farmers in 1694. Over the years the property was divided and the portion which is now Rickety Bridge was granted to Paulina De Villiers, one of the first female landowners in South Africa, in 1797.

WHY CHOOSE RICKETY BRIDGE?

Rickety Bridge wine estate is undoubtedly one of the most progressive wineries in the Cape.
The Franschhoek Wine Tram hop-on-hop-off tour is one of the best ways to discover the true essence of the Franschhoek Valley – picturesque vineyards, breath-taking scenery, warm hospitality, world-class cuisine, fine wines and a 300-year history.
Perfect Venue for a conference in the tranquil setting of the Rickety Bridge wine estate does not feel like a day’s work.
The Rickety Bridge tasting centre offers a relaxed environment in which to taste the celebrated Rickety Bridge wines.

Staying at Rickety Bridge

What is the history of the estate?

It goes back a long way. The land was originally part of the great La Provence farm granted to French Huguenot farmers in 1694, and the portion that became Rickety Bridge was granted in 1797 to Paulina De Villiers, one of the first female landowners in South Africa. Duncan Spence has owned the estate since 2000.

Can we explore the wider valley from here?

Easily. The Franschhoek Wine Tram runs a hop-on hop-off tour, which is one of the better ways to see the valley's vineyards, cuisine and 300-year history without driving. The estate itself sits between the Dassenberg Mountain and the Franschhoek River, and the tasting centre is a relaxed place to try the wines.

Does it work for a group or an event?

It does. The estate is used as a conference venue, and the setting makes a working day feel like anything but. The page lists a from rate of US$300 per room per night, though full rates are not published online at the moment, so do get in touch with your dates and party size.

Activities

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