Situated at the foot of the Simonsberg and set
within easy access of town such as Stellenbosch, Franschhoek
and Paarl, this picturesque little village was found in
1834. The beautiful congregational Church, built over 150
years ago, as well as the old oak trees on the shores of the
Dwars River, can attest to the historic beauty of the
village.
Orchards, vineyards and mountains
surround Pniel, with the Dwars River running through it.
Originally Pniel was an
agricultural village, but today fruit and vegetable
production has grown into a large industry, which has become
the major source of income for the town.
Peace and quiet are hallmarks of Pniel's
hospitality with a nearby inn and charming guests houses in
the surrounding areas. Visitors can leisurely enjoy a meal
in one of the restaurants close by
or else have a snack on the move with a bottle of wine
from one of the specialty shops in the village.
Rugby or cricket matches are held on a
regular basis at the Sports Complex. Visitors can also
laze by the pool or work out
in the gym. Pniel is ideally situated for walking or cycling
along the river and in the direction of the mountain. For
the energetic, Boschendal wine estate is within walking
distance or watch for pigeon
racing which is a popular sport in this little town.
