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.
