The route we followed around Tesselaarsdal. (Courtesy of Tracks4Africa Maps)

Lots of wide smooth gravel and few cars make for nice easy riding.

There are plenty of out and back side roads on the route that can be explored.

Alas, De Postkantoor Cafe was closed on the day we rode (it was Christmas Day) but it's understood that they serve fine fare.

There are some spectacular views on the ride - those are the Riviersonderend Mountains in the distance.

Shabach Farm - home to endurance horse riding.