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Getting to Franschhoek

Everything you need to plan your journey — flights, trains, car rental, and getting around once you arrive.

By Air

Cape Town International (CPT)

50 minutes drive to Franschhoek

Airlines serving this airport:

SAABritish AirwaysEmiratesKLMLufthansa

By Train

None

Station

No rail service

From the Capital

50min drive from Cape Town; no practical train option

Car Rental

Recommended:Yes
Driving side:left

Car recommended, or use the Franschhoek Wine Tram — a hop-on hop-off tram/bus connecting estates

Local Transport

Rideshare

Uber available

Public Transit

Franschhoek Wine Tram (seasonal); a unique hop-on hop-off wine tour experience

Bike Rental

Not widely available

Driving Tips

  • 1

    Drive on the LEFT

  • 2

    Franschhoek village is compact and walkable

  • 3

    The Wine Tram is a highlight — book in advance

  • 4

    Scenic mountain passes nearby (Franschhoek Pass, Hellshoogte)

Region Location

Franschhoek, South Africa

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