Simondium to De Doorns

• N1 Traffic

  Expect heavy traffic near Worcester.
• Fuel

  Fill up in Worcester to be safe.
• Weather

  The valley can be very hot in summer; carry water.
• Booking

  Book your stay in advance if traveling during harvest season.
• Roads

  The N1 is a major route; drive defensively.

• Speeding

  Strict speed enforcement on the N1.
• Night Driving

  Avoid night driving due to wildlife.
• Vehicle

  Check your tires before the long highway drive.
• Emergency

  Keep a first aid kit in your car.

• Is the N1 safe?
  Yes, it is the main national highway and very safe.
• Are there buses?
  No, there is no public transport to De Doorns.
• How long is the drive?
  Approximately 1 hour.
• Is it a scenic route?
  Yes, especially the Hex River Valley.
• What is the best car?
  Any reliable vehicle is fine.

• From Simondium, Western Cape, South Africa
• To De Doorns, Western Cape, South Africa
• Modes

Summer for the grape harvest season.