Boschendal Wine Estate

Historic Cape Winelands estate known for award-winning wines, farm-to-table dining, and scenic outdoor experiences.

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Description

Boschendal is a pioneering wine estate established in 1685, celebrated for its rich heritage, sustainable farming, and regenerative agricultural practices. Visitors can enjoy award-winning wines, guided farm tours, and a variety of outdoor activities surrounded by stunning Winelands scenery.

The estate offers a range of experiences including fine dining at the Werf Restaurant, relaxing picnics, horse riding, and family-friendly activities such as the Tree House playground and holiday programmes. Boschendal blends nature, history, and gastronomy to create memorable moments.

Company Group

Boschendal Estate

Additional Links

Email Address

enquiries@boschendal.co.za – Enquiries

reservations@boschendal.co.za – Reservations

Social Media

Phone Number

021 870 4200 | General
021 870 4273 | Reservations
021 870 4274 | Werf Restaurant

Google Rating

4.3 ★ | 1,000+ Google reviews

Activities

Experiences

Savor the award-winning wines at the cellar door, with options to pair with canapés or oysters.
Experience a true farm-to-table meal at the werf restaurant, overlooking the historic cellar.
Unwind with a curated picnic basket on the sprawling lawns beneath the cooling shade of oak trees.
Explore the estate’s trails and vineyards by mountain bike, on foot, or on a guided horse ride.

Estimate Duration

2 – 4 hours

Tasting Options

Cellar Door Tasting
MCC and Oyster Tasting
Premium Tasting
Red Wine Tasting
Under the Oaks Tasting
White Wine Tasting
Werf Wine Tasting | Included with Cellar Door Tasting
Winter Wine & Wander Safari

Tasting Hours

Monday – Sunday | 09h30 – 17h30 (Last seating 16h30)

Tours

Farm Tours (guided walking tours)
Winter Wine & Wander Safari (Saturdays 09h30 – 13h00)
Garden Tours (seasonal, guided)Dietary Options

Dress Code

Smart casual

Restaurants

Werf Restaurant | Contemporary soil-to-fork dining with seasonal, ethically sourced ingredients and scenic valley views.

Deli Restaurant | Casual farm-style meals served under the oaks, perfect for relaxed breakfasts, lunches, and dinners.

Picnics

Werf Picnics (booking required) | Seasonal, ethically sourced picnic baskets enjoyed on the lawns with options for tables or blankets.

Pricing:
R850 Basket for 2
R430 Basket for 1
R250 Kids Basket (3-12 years)

Child Friendly Policy

Child friendly

Tree House & Kids Play Area available.
Supervised holiday programmes for kids ages 3 – 12.

What to Bring

Camera | Comfortable shoes | Hat | Sunscreen | Water bottle

Additional Information

Regenerative farming practices ensure environmental sustainability.
Farm Shop & Butchery offer fresh local produce and artisan goods.
Events and private functions hosted on the estate.
Complimentary Cap Classique offered for groups of five or more picnics.

Insider Guides

Visit early on weekends to avoid crowds and enjoy peaceful tastings.
Reserve a spot on the Wine & Wander Safari for breathtaking views and a Sabrage experience.

Weather Considerations

Ideal weather: Sunny | Cool breeze

Rain alert: Light rain (30–40%)

Weather experience: Enjoy a curated picnic basket on the lawns in sunny weather, or cozy up in the restaurant next to the indoor fireplace during winter evenings.

Reservation Policies

Pre-booking required for most tours, picnics, and special tastings.
Walk-ins welcome at Werf Wine Tasting, subject to availability.
10% gratuity automatically added for groups of 5 or more at tastings, and 8 or more at the restaurant.
Full pre-payment required for picnics and Sunday Sharing Lunch.

Estimate Price Range

R100 – R500+ | Various experiences and tastings

Pricing & Entry Fees

R120 | Farm Tour
R650 | Horse Riding
R100 – R400 | Cellar Door Wine Tasting

Booking Methods

Must Tries

Werf seasonal tasting: Indulge in the estate’s fine wines with a selection of farm-to-plate canapés or oyster pairings.

Deli wood-fired pizza: Savour a casual, freshly prepared pizza under the ancient oaks with a crisp glass of boschendal wine.

Wine and wander safari: Adventure on a three-hour adventure, exploring exclusive scenic areas with a wine tasting and sabrage experience.

Highlights

Tree house playground: A unique and expertly designed outdoor space offering supervised, interactive fun for children of all ages.

Regenerative farm tours: Gain insight into the estate’s eco-conscious farming practices, connecting you to the source of your food.

Curated werf picnics: Enjoy a leisurely, premium picnic basket filled with the freshest farm produce on the beautiful pavilion lawn.

Accommodation

Award-winning wines

Eco-friendly farming

Events & Weddings

Farm Shop & Butchery

Farm-to-table dining

Garden Tours

Guided tours

Horse Riding Trails

Kids programmes

Mountain Bike Trails

Mountain biking

Outdoor seating

Picnic Areas

Pump Track

Seasonal menus

Spa & gym

Tree House Playground

Wine tasting

Wheelchair accessible

Features

Accommodation
Art Gallery
Award-winning wines
Eco-friendly farming
Events & Weddings
Farm Shop & Butchery
Farm-to-table dining
Garden Tours
Guided tours
Horse Riding Trails
Kids programmes
Mountain Bike Trails
Mountain biking
Outdoor seating
Picnic Areas
Pump Track
Seasonal menus
Spa & gym
Tree House Playground
Wine Tasting
Wheelchair accessible

Must Tries

Werf seasonal tasting: Indulge in the estate’s fine wines with a selection of farm-to-plate canapés or oyster pairings.

Deli wood-fired pizza: Savour a casual, freshly prepared pizza under the ancient oaks with a crisp glass of boschendal wine.

Wine and wander safari: Adventure on a three-hour adventure, exploring exclusive scenic areas with a wine tasting and sabrage experience.

Highlights

Tree house playground: A unique and expertly designed outdoor space offering supervised, interactive fun for children of all ages.

Regenerative farm tours: Gain insight into the estate’s eco-conscious farming practices, connecting you to the source of your food.

Curated werf picnics: Enjoy a leisurely, premium picnic basket filled with the freshest farm produce on the beautiful pavilion lawn.

Address

Boschendal Estate, Pniel Road, Groot Drakenstein, Franschhoek

Parking: Free parking available for guests

Opening Hours

Monday – Sunday	08h00 – 21h00
Werf Restaurant – Lunch	12h00 – 16h00
Werf Restaurant – Dinner	18h00 – 21h00
Wine Tasting & Sales	09h30 – 17h00
Picnic Basket Collection (Thu – Sun)	12h00 – 14h00