Western Cape Article - South African Vacations

WORCESTERThis town was established in 1818 and named for Lord Worcester, elder brother of the thenGovernor of the Cape, Sir Charles Somerset. It is set in the lush valley of the Breede Riverand can be reached from Cape Town through the Du Toit’s Kloof Tunnel carved deep into theHex River Mountains. These mountains are the highest in the Cape and their white-toppedpeaks are visible from far in the distance. The town also lies on the popular Route 62.ADVENTURE AND SPORT4x4 and hiking at Klipbok Mountain Resort: The resort has various hiking and 4x4trails and many birds and animals are found within its boundaries.River-rafting: Professional guides accompany adventurers down the route with its quick andruthless rapids.ART AND CRAFTSHugo Naudé Art Gallery: Naudé was a pioneer artist who established the gallery in 1904 andlived and painted here until his death in 1941. It hosts many exhibitions annually.CUISINEKWV Brandy: One of the largest brandy distilleries in the country is the KWV Brandy Cellar.Worcester Wine Route: The Worcester winelands include the wine cellars of Wolseley,Slanghoek, Villiersdorp, Hex River Valley and, of course, Worcester. The winelands havereceived several awards for their Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinotage and CabernetSauvignon. The wine route comprises some 21 cellars, many of which are situated on Route62.32