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Villiersdorp - the perfect destination for nature lovers.
Villiersdorp, also known as the “Pearl of the Overberg”, is a tranquil village graced by oak trees and surrounded by fruit and wine farms.
Villiersdorp is a prosperous apple-growing area which also produces pears, apricots, peaches, grapes and onions.The village is in a valley surrounded by the picturesque Waterval - and Baviaans mountains and lies next to the magnificent Theewaterskloof Dam, South Africa’s 7th
largest dam. A 9 hole Golf Course is situated next to the dam, while on the water one can enjoy pleasure cruises, fishing and most other water sports.
Villiersdorp also offers tractor tours, camping, b&b and self-catering facilities, restaurants, and wine tasting. For the more adventurous, there are also exciting 4x4 routes, hiking trails and mountain bike trails in the surrounding Blokkop, Aasvoel and Sneeukop mountains.
The town was established in 1843 by Veldkornet P.H. De Villiers and was declared a municipality in 1885. Because many of the residents were French Huguenot descendants, the town was named " De Villiers Dorp"
Villiersdorp is a charming and beautiful village for visitors seeking a relaxing experience in tranquil surroundings.
Villiersdorp - a central exploration base
Villiersdorp is situated just over an hours drive from Cape Town International Airport, and due to its central location, is ideal as a base from which to explore the whole of the Western Cape.
From Villiersdorp the visitor can explore Western Cape Coastal Regions, Winelands and Inland areas like the Overberg. The Caledon Casino and Spa is just 25 minutes away from Villiersdorp and so is the picturesque town of Franschhoek. The seaside town of Hermanus, which boasts an annual Whale Festival, is only an hour's drive away. Villiersdorp forms part of the Worcester Wine Route and is ideally placed to explore the Breedekloof, Robertson and Montagu.
The Mediterranean climate allows for many outdoor activities and plays an important role in our fruit export.
Besides producing wines of excellent quality, the regions wineries are less commercialized and provide good value for money. Wine tasting's can be done at all the local cellars or at the local farm stall, Kelkiewyn.
Villiersdorp Cellar was established in 1922 and is the oldest in the Overberg. Stettyn, our largest export wine producing farm, is just situated outside Villiersdorp, offering guided tours if booked in advance, wine tasting and wine sales. Die Huis van Anje, a Boutique Wine cellar and Cranefields is situated in Villiersdorp.
The Theewaters Dam was officially opened on the 24th of April 1982 as a backup to the water supply for Cape
Town and surrounds. Watersport enthusiasts will enjoy the Theewaterskloof Dam.
Theewater
Sports Club is situated on a peninsula stretching into the Theewaterskloof dam, surrounded
by farmlands, majestic mountains and a variety of wildlife.
Aquatic-related activities have a strong
following amongst Club members and public visitors and include keelboat, multihull and dinghy
sailing, power boating, jet skiing, water skiing, kite surfing, windsurfing and fresh water angling.
The Theewaterskloof Dam is the 7th largest dam in South Africa and covers an area of 5 100ha
with a capacity of 483 million cubic metres, when full.
A vast area on the Club premises is available for public camping.
Caravan and tent sites on grass
are situated very close to the water's edge, with numerous camp sites under the trees.
A rich cultural experience awaits you when visiting Villiersdorp . Due to the tranquility and beautifull scenery surrounding our village, a thriving artistic community has developed in Villiersdorp. Villiersdorp also boasts South Africa’s leaders in the painting course concept.
These art courses are conducted throughout the year, by the Elliott’s from their art facility. Their facility consists of a gallery which showcases Dale and Mel Elliott’s latest work, their studio which they share with their artists on the courses and a framing facility, where artists can purchase Econo-Frames.
The town also has The Dagbreek Museum that dates back to 1845 and was declared a monument in 1994.
The historical home, Oude Radyn, is possibly the only building in the Cape to have Batavian wooden gutters and downpipes. Sir David de Villiers Graaff, the son of Pieter Graaff, established the De Villiers Graaff school with two donations made in 1906 and 1937. The buildings were designed by Forsyth and Parker and was build by Mr A.B. Reid & Kie.
Certain areas of the dam, stretching into the mountains, is part of a game reserve hosting numerous antelope species such as Eland, Bontebok and Hartebees as well as Zebra. |
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