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Franschhoek Pass

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In 1819 a crude road was constructed over the mountain by S.J. Cats for the Stellenbosch Landdrost. It didn't last and is now a hiking path.
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After falling into disrepair in 1930 it was rebuilt in 1933 and again in 1963 when the road was tarred.
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Remarks: Fast road frequented by fast superbikes and slow tourists. Beautiful views.
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The entrance to the Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve is located on this pass.
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Skill level: Novice (Caution - Conservative speed recommended)
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Road Condition: Tarred surface, tight turns, precipitous edge
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Standard encyclopaedia of Southern Africa / 5 For - Hun
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33°54′58.5″S 19°09′30.1″E / 33.916250°S 19.158361°E / -33.916250; 19.158361

Elevation
R45
Range
Western Cape
South Africa
R45
Franschhoek
Villiersdorp
Jan van Riebeeck
Lord Charles Somerset
Royal African Corps
"Franschhoek Wine Valley | Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve"






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