Huguenot Monument, Franschhoek

Name: Huguenot Monument
Address: 13 Lambrechts Rd, Franschhoek, 7690, South Africa
Telephone: +27 21 876 2532

#2 among attractions in Franschhoek

Top attraction, History museum, Museum, Memorial

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Facts and practical information

The Huguenot Monument in Franschhoek, Western Cape, South Africa, is dedicated to the cultural influences that Huguenots have brought to the Cape Colony after their immigration during the 17th and 18th centuries. These French and Belgian Protestants were fleeing violent religious persecution, especially in Roman Catholic France. ()

Local name: Hugenotemonument Completed: 1945 (79 years ago)Opened: 17 April 1948 (76 years ago)Coordinates: 33°54'55"S, 19°7'25"E

Address

13 Lambrechts RdFranschhoek 7690 South Africa

Contact

+27 21 876 2532

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Day trips

Huguenot Monument – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Huguenot Memorial Museum, Franschhoek Motor Museum, Sénéchal-Senekal Art Gallery, Haute Cabrière.

~780 ftN
Museum
Huguenot Memorial Museum, Franschhoek
4 min walk • Huguenot Memorial Museum portrays the history of the French Huguenots who came to South Africa at the end of the seventeenth century. This is depicted in the museum. Displays are housed in the main building, and continue in the annex. The museum also has a shop, and is adjacent to the Huguenot Monument.
~620 ftNE
Museum
Franschhoek Motor Museum, Franschhoek
4 min walk • The Franschhoek Motor Museum maintains a collection of vehicles, motorcycles, and bicycles dating back over 100 years and is located in Franschhoek, South Africa. It is owned by billionaire Johann Rupert.
~1900 ftNW
33°54'40"S • 19°7'11"E
Sénéchal-Senekal Art Gallery, Franschhoek
10 min walk • Museum
~1980 ftNW
Winery, Wine tours
Haute Cabrière, Franschhoek
10 min walk • Haute Cabrière is a vineyard estate located in Franschhoek, South Africa. The estate was started over 300 years ago by Huguenot settlers from France, and primarily grows Chardonnay and Pinot noir varietals.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Huguenot Monument?

Nearby attractions include Franschhoek Motor Museum, Franschhoek (4 min walk), Huguenot Memorial Museum, Franschhoek (4 min walk), Sénéchal-Senekal Art Gallery, Franschhoek (10 min walk).

Huguenot Monument, Franschhoek

Facts and practical information

Huguenot Monument – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Huguenot Memorial Museum, Franschhoek

Franschhoek Motor Museum, Franschhoek

Sénéchal-Senekal Art Gallery, Franschhoek

Haute Cabrière, Franschhoek

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Huguenot Monument?