Simonsberg
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Simonsberg (English: Simon's Mountain) is part of the Cape Fold Belt in the Western Cape province of South Africa. It is located between the towns of Stellenbosch, Paarl and Franschhoek, forming a prominent 1390 m high mountain, as it is detached from the other ranges in the winelands region. A hiking trail leads to the summit, as well as to one of the other peaks. The trail is accessible from a neighbouring wine farm.
| Simonsberg | |
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 1,390 m (4,560 ft)[1] |
| Prominence | 1,011 m (3,317 ft) |
| Listing | Ribu |
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| Naming | |
| Etymology | Named after the first governor of the Cape Colony, Simon van der Stel |
| Geography | |
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| Country | South Africa |
| State | Western Cape |
| Settlement | Stellenbosch |
Simonsberg is named after Simon van der Stel, first governor of the Cape and founder and namesake of Stellenbosch and Simon's Town. The mountain has 7 caves as part of a mining project for silver.
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External links
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- The Rootstock Blogspot: Simonsberg: Mountain of Women
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