The Olifants River Valley
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The Olifants River runs through a dry, sunny part of the Western Cape. Its water makes it possible to grow grapes, citrus and vegetables along the valley, even though rainfall is low.
Towns such as Vredendal, Klawer and Lutzville are the main wine centres, and the route stretches from the mountains near Citrusdal all the way to the coast.
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River water
Irrigation from the river keeps the vines alive.
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Citrus too
The valley is also known for oranges and lemons.
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Down to the sea
Some vineyards are close to the Atlantic coast.
🇿🇦 Cape spotlight
Doringbaai on the coast is home to Fryer's Cove, one of the vineyards closest to the Atlantic in South Africa.
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🤔 Which river runs through the area?
The Olifants River.
🤔 What else is grown in the valley?
Citrus fruit.
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