Belville is a residential suburb of Cape Town on the N1 towards Paarl. Belville lies in the Tygerberg hills with beautiful views of the Stellenbosch Mountains. Belville is ideally placed for quick access to the winelands and for keen golfers, the Belville Golf Course is just minutes away. Sanlam’s Art Gallery, in Belville, offers one of the largest corporate collections of South African art and is worth a visit.
Durbanville's charm lies in the unique blend of urban sophistication and a well established farming community. It boasts an up-to-300-year-old wine valley, specializing in the perfect Sauvignon Blanc. Be sure to experience the Durbanville Wine Valley.
Durbanville caters for the cultural visitor in more ways than one - be sure to visit Rust en Vrede Cultural Centre (1840), Kings Court (1809), Onze Molen windmill (1801) and the Dutch Reformed Church built in 1826. The Bellville Velodrome hosts international sporting and entertainment events.
Nature lovers can enjoy excellent bird watching, a beautiful rose garden and numerous hiking trails. The area is also home to a horse race track and beautiful golf course.
In 1865 the German ship Kehrwieder, under captaincy of Johann Parow,
was wrecked in Table Bay. Parow was named after him and was an independent
municipality until the establishment of the metropolitan area.
Plattekloof is one of the most prestigious areas in the northern suburbs, only a 15 minute drive away from Cape Town. The World famous Panorama Medi Clinic and Plastic Surgery Clinics are nearby.
