The Langeberg region incorporates the towns of Robertson, McGregor, Bonnievale, Ashton and Montagu and surrounds the Breede River/Winelands valley. It takes it's name from the Langeberg Mountain range that stretches from Worcester to about 20km north of Mossel Bay, a total distance of approximately 250km.
Montagu which is about 180 kilometres from Cape Town in the Western Little Karoo. Montagu was founded on the farm "Uitvlugt" in 1851, and is known for its hot mineral springs and scenic mountains. It is also an agricultural centre, where orchards and vineyards are in production and local herbs are grown. The farming area, 'Koo', lies north of the town and is famous for the quality of its apples, pears, apricots and peaches. Montagu is situated on the famous Route 62.
Montagu which is about 180 kilometres from Cape Town in the Western Little Karoo. Montagu was founded on the farm "Uitvlugt" in 1851, and is known for its hot mineral springs and scenic mountains. It is also an agricultural centre, where orchards and vineyards are in production and local herbs are grown. The farming area, 'Koo', lies north of the town and is famous for the quality of its apples, pears, apricots and peaches. Montagu is situated on the famous Route 62.
The Rider Experience
- It's a 3 day social ride of 55 to 65km per day with fully stocked water-stops halfway.
- No pressure to ride full distance, support vehicles assist you along the way.
- e-Bikes are welcome and recommended for the "occasional cyclist".
- Sweep Rider and bus brings up the rear.
- Medic and Ambulance service on duty for duration of the tour.
- 3 nights stay over in carefully selected rooms within the best B&B's in Montagu
- Dinner at a different restaurant each night, a fantastic selection of wines included.
- Non-Rider companions have their own tour of attractions in the area.
- Afternoons are free for activities of choice in the town and surrounds
- Arrive the evening of the first night, briefing before dinner
For the duration of the tour, you stay in a well appointed Bed and Breakfast in the heart of Montagu There is plenty to do and see in the afternoons after your morning cycle. The daily itinerary is a routine of early buffet breakfast, a bus ride out to your start point, a quick briefing on what lies ahead and then away you go. The halfway water-point is stocked with local cuisine, drinks, filtered water and the usual energy boosting nourishment. You are always followed by an ER24 medic and a sweep vehicle.
Lunch is always served at the end of each ride, at a local restaurant in a village or wine farm. On some days we finish at your accommodation, on others we need to transport you back after lunch.
Afternoons are spent taking in the local town and surrounds, plenty of history, interesting national monuments, walks and beautiful scenery.
Dinner is always at a carefully chosen restaurant with great food, wine and beverages We try to "spread the love" in the town and make sure you have lunches and dinners at different restaurants each day. Some of the notable restaurants we visit are 22 on Church, Bluvines and Kapokbos.
If you have any specific dietary requirements, our chosen restaurants and caterers are fully equipped to cater to all your needs.
If you have any specific dietary requirements, our chosen restaurants and caterers are fully equipped to cater to all your needs.
The Routes
Day One
After breakfast we bus you out for 30km through Cogmanskloof to a gravel back road near Robertson. The route takes you through the vineyards into the back of McGregor. We then head towards the Riviersonderend mountains and circle back to the Breede River and the Weltevrede Wine Estate, we cross the river at an old causeway and head up through the vineyards to the Kapokbos restaurant for lunch. You can enjoy tasting their Cap Classique and even get to cork a bottle or two yourself. We bus you 29km back to Montagu after lunch.
The day's ride has a few "bumps" but is achievable with a total ascent of 659 metres over 53 km.
After breakfast we bus you out for 30km through Cogmanskloof to a gravel back road near Robertson. The route takes you through the vineyards into the back of McGregor. We then head towards the Riviersonderend mountains and circle back to the Breede River and the Weltevrede Wine Estate, we cross the river at an old causeway and head up through the vineyards to the Kapokbos restaurant for lunch. You can enjoy tasting their Cap Classique and even get to cork a bottle or two yourself. We bus you 29km back to Montagu after lunch.
The day's ride has a few "bumps" but is achievable with a total ascent of 659 metres over 53 km.
Day Two
After breakfast we take 49km trip in the bus to beyond Robertson. We head west this time into the valleys on the southern side of the Breede, doubling back and following the Breede river on it's north bank down to Rooiberg. We cross over the R60 and head up to the Saggy Stone Brewery on the farm Amandalia for lunch. We load your bikes and bus you back to Montagu after lunch, a 51km trip.
After breakfast we take 49km trip in the bus to beyond Robertson. We head west this time into the valleys on the southern side of the Breede, doubling back and following the Breede river on it's north bank down to Rooiberg. We cross over the R60 and head up to the Saggy Stone Brewery on the farm Amandalia for lunch. We load your bikes and bus you back to Montagu after lunch, a 51km trip.
Day Three
On the final day we bus you up through the Koo to the Klein Karoo Plateau above. We drop you off in the middle of nowhere. The good news though is it's a fast downhill day finishing in Montagu for lunch. We pass through a few game farms and with luck you should see gemsbok, zebra and other antelope. The descent of Ouberg Pass is spectacular, make sure your brakes are in good condition!
On the final day we bus you up through the Koo to the Klein Karoo Plateau above. We drop you off in the middle of nowhere. The good news though is it's a fast downhill day finishing in Montagu for lunch. We pass through a few game farms and with luck you should see gemsbok, zebra and other antelope. The descent of Ouberg Pass is spectacular, make sure your brakes are in good condition!
The non-rider companion experience
As is the tradition of our GravelGrinder tours we always provide an interesting itinerary for non-rider companions. Montagu and surrounds has an abundance of attractions and places of interest. We will be spending much of February 2023 in the area finalising the non-rider companion tour itinerary. The choice of activities overwhelmed us and now that we have finalised the accommodation, meals and rider routes and water points, we will dedicate the team to creating an outstanding non-rider itinerary.
Directions, Bike Transport and closest Airports
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Nearest Airports with regular flights:
Cape Town International - 180 km We will be providing airport transfers if required. We will publish pricing at a later date. Professional bike transport can be provided by BCycle Transport from Gauteng, Bloemfontein, Klerksdorp/Potch, Rustenburg, Polokwane, Middelburg and Witbank. Contact Wynand (- for Bike Transport) e-Mail : wynand@cycletransport.co.za Cell: 082 334 4274 |
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