Lifestyle

Mountain Biking

The breathtaking views and exciting terrain of Muratie have made it a much-loved destination for mountain bike enthusiasts, from Cape Epic riders to weekend warriors alike. Ride through the Simonsberg Trail system that has magnificent singletracks that are easy enough for beginners to try, but tricky enough for intermediate & experienced riders to have some playtime!

mountain biking & trail running at Muratie Wine Estate
mountain biking & trail running at Muratie Wine Estate

Trail Centre

Visit the Dirtopia Trail Centre located on Muratie Wine Farm.

See Simonsberg MTB Trails Map here.

Permits are required at R60/day. Obtain your trail permit and details from the Muratie Tasting Room or at Dirtopia Trail Centres.

  • An indemnity form must be completed
  • Trails have been built, managed & maintained  by Dirtopia and soon annual permits will be available
  • You can ride up to 35km with various options from a maze of trails
  • Open daily
  • Cycling starts at Muratie.
  • No permit no ride.
  • Permit obtainable in the cellar.
  • Cyclists use the route at their own risk.
  • Ride the trail like it is yours.
  • No excessive breaking in the downhill corners – this would help avoid heavy rutting  from forming.

Contact Dirtopia:

Phone: 078 343 3572 | Email: [email protected]

Hiking Trails

Hikers have their own circular 3.5km hiking trail that has over 220 hand-built steps and reach the viewpoint at Gilloolys as well. From here hikers can walk a bit further in on Cork Oak trail, via View trail to Jakhalskloof and back to Gilloolys.

Keep an eye on Dirtopia social media pages for announcements on extended trail hours for the popular sunset hikes that are held once a month. Normally around full moon time with a Muratie wine station at the picnic spot!

Trail Running

Singletrack heaven with awesome views!  Runs explore the forest just above the cellar with various trails and durations available.

Contact Dirtopia:

Phone: 078 343 3572 | Email: [email protected] | View upcoming events

MOK Gallery

MOK gallery is an abbreviation for modern kontemporêr, the Afrikaans for modern contemporary. The gallery is housed in the original homestead on Muratie, built by first owner Laurens Campher for his family in 1685.

Art assists in building cultural bridges, and creating a better functioning society. The mission of the gallery is to give artists a platform from where their art can communicate, whether it be social, political, cultural or simply aesthetic.

Visitors from all over flock to this beautiful piece of paradise, giving our artists the opportunity to expose their work. We invite you to visit the gallery at www.mokgallery.com or contact Cecile at 072 553 5547 or [email protected].