South of Cape Town with Adriaan Mostert


check Photo by Klein Constantia.

Welcome to the freshest collection of routes on FulGaz.

Adriaan Mostert’s ride collections really showcase the stunning and varied riding that South Africa has to offer.

This week we transport you to the stunning region of Franschhoek for some scenic rolling routes and add a few more miles to the ever-growing collection from Cape Town.

The Franschhoek Pass ride is great for those who like a longer session on the trainer. It starts in a valley with the hills ahead nestled in clouds, calling you into their mist.

For those of you searching for a wine pairing to match this series, the historic winery Klein Constantia features in this collection and has a few tasty drops.

Thank you to Adriaan for another great collection, to find these routes and more from Adriaan, search “Mostert” in the FulGaz app.

OU KAAPSE WEG FROM NOORDHOEK

With some coffee and biscuits in the legs, you are ready to tackle Ou Kaapse Weg from the Noordhoek side. Your 4km at 5.3% ascent will be rewarded with a scenic descent of views of both False Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. And today, there is not a single cloud in the sky! In the distance, you can see the Du Toitskloof mountains. Then descent into 350 years of winemaking history in the Constantia valley. This scenic ride ends at the cellars of Klein Constantia, dating from 1685, which is an exemplary example of the best that the Constantia region offers.

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19.17km
DISTANCE
00:46:40
DURATION
386m
ELEVATION

FRANSCHOEK PASS

Ride through the scenic Franschoek Valley. Famous for its heritage of fine wine and fine food. Being one of the oldest towns in South Africa, it was established in 1688 by French Huguenot refugees. If you look closely at the names of wine farms and guest houses, you will see the interwoven French names. Early in the ride you will also see the Huguenot Monument, dedicated to the cultural heritage established by the refugees. This is a scenic ride showing the beauty of the Cape fauna and flora.

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58.30km
DISTANCE
02:39:03
DURATION
1105m
ELEVATION

OU KAAPSE WEG FROM CONSTANTIA

Ou Kaapse Weg (Old Cape Road) is an absolute Cape Town cycling classic. With superb views over its entire length of both False Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, and the Steenberg Mountains and Silvermine Nature Reserve keeping cyclist entertained through the middle section, there will be plenty to see on the 3.5km and gentle 6.7% climb. With a fast descent into the scenic Noordhoek, you are just about ready for a quick coffee stop with all the other cyclist who conquered Chapman’s Peak

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17.47km
DISTANCE
00:37:45
DURATION
319m
ELEVATION

KNYSNA TO SEDGEFIELD LOOKOUT POINT

Take a scenic cycle with Chris Nel, former African Continental and SA National cross-country mountain bike champion, from Coaches Corner Cycling for a relaxing ride from Knysna towards the quaint town of Sedgefield. Finish at the Swartvlei Beach for a lookout over the ocean

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33.24km
DISTANCE
01:14:44
DURATION
295m
ELEVATION

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