Hike & explore
Only an hour’s drive from Cape Town, Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve has 10 hiking routes of varying difficulty – and we’re open every day of the year from sunrise to sunset! Find more information on the different routes here.
Click here for info on where to buy permits and how much they cost.
What’s on
Temporary closure of Winelands and Cats’ Path trails
BOTH the Winelands Trail, starting below Haute Cabriere, and Cats’ Path Trail will be closed until…
Reserve & pass open
The Franschhoek Pass has fully reopened to traffic (18 March 2026), meaning the Mont Rochelle Nature…
Trail update: Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve reopens
WE ARE pleased to share a positive update following the recent fires in the Franschhoek area.…
We are open
The reserve has be reopened following a day-long closure at the request of Fire Services. The…
About us
Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve is part of the UNESCO-declared Cape Winelands Biosphere Reserve. Situated in the Franschhoek Mountains, the reserve offers spectacular views of the Franschhoek Valley, diverse plant life and over 30km of safe, well-maintained hiking trails. Plan your visit
MONT ROCHELLE NATURE RESERVE 