Out & About | Experiences & Activities in the Area
Located between two rivers and framed by mountain ranges in the western Klein Karoo, the Victorian village of Montagu is a place of remarkable natural beauty and quiet adventure.
Once known as Agter Cogmans Kloof, it remains one of the most charming stops along the Route 62, celebrated for its crisp air, dramatic rock formations, and welcoming local hospitality.
AREA HISTORY
Montagu’s rich history and culture are beautifully preserved in its museums, heritage buildings, architecture, and gardens. Visit the Montagu Museum Mission Church, Joubert House (the town’s oldest home), or the British Fort, to glimpse stories of the past.
Don’t miss the legendary Montagu Hot Springs, whose mineral waters have drawn visitors for more than 200 years.
Montagu is also known for its fruit orchards and viticulture. No visit is complete without visiting local wine estates, shopping at one of the local dried fruit and nut shops, or browsing arts and crafts studios that capture the town’s creative spirit.
WINE FARMS
Montagu lies at the gateway to the Robertson Wine Valley, where country hospitality meets award-winning winemaking. Nearby estates - such as Arendsig, Van Loveren, Springfield, Graham Beck, Weltevrede, Arendsig, Kranskop, Zandvliet, Silverthorn, Bon Courage, and Rietvallei - are just a short drive away. Each offers something unique - from elegant tastings to picnics under the oaks.
We’re always happy to share our favourite recommendations or help you plan a route through the Montagu, Ashton, and Robertson Wine Routes — a must for any visit.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
For adventure seekers and those who love the outdoors, Montagu offers endless opportunities to explore: world-renowned rock climbing, scenic walking and hiking trails, and a growing network of road and mountain bike routes that wind through vineyards and farmlands.
RELAX & UNWIND AT MONTAGU VINES
If you prefer to slow the pace, Montagu Vines is the perfect place to do just that. Stroll through our gardens, watch the birdlife, or cool off in the splash pool before settling into a lounger with a glass of local wine and the mountains as your backdrop.
As the day fades, it’s just a gentle walk into town for dinner at one of Montagu’s excellent restaurants — all within easy reach (and we’ll gladly assist with reservations).
CLIMATE
Montagu enjoys one of the most balanced climates in the Western Cape. We’re far enough south to escape the intense heat of the Klein Karoo, yet far enough north to avoid the long, rainy winters of the coast — a sweet spot of sunshine and clear skies for most of the year.
Each season brings its own quiet beauty.
- Autumn paints the vineyards in shades of amber and gold,
- Winter offers crisp mornings, warm sunny afternoons, and welcome rains that refresh the valley.
- Spring transforms the landscape with wildflowers and fruit blossoms, a living tapestry of colour and scent.
- Summer - from November to March - brings long summer days that unfold gently into balmy evenings, perfumed by the roses that bloom throughout Montagu.
It’s a climate made for slow living — for open doors, outdoor breakfasts on the patio, and evenings spent under the stars with a glass of wine in hand.
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