Van Gaalen Kaasmakerij

Name: Van Gaalen Cheese Farm
Address: ZA
Telephone: 0832267834

Family-friendly farm since 1994

Upcoming Events

Wine On Route

9th & 10th of August 2025

Join us for the Wine on Route, an unforgettable lifestyle event that combines the thrill of a 4km hike with the charm of local wine estates as unique "waterpoints along the trail. Enjoy live music as you immerse yourself in nature and savor delightful wines. Don't miss this perfect blend of adventure and relaxation!

A 4km trail walk along the scenic Skeerpoort River and Magalies River on the Van Gaalen Trails.

You will be warmly welcomed by a wine estate approximately every kilometer of the way. There you will be provided with the "nutrition" and energy required to get to the next point.

Upon arrival, you will receive a goodie bag with a wine glass, a day permit for the trails, water, snacks and some information on the wine.

At the finish, more wine and good food will be for sale along with live music.

waitron service with platters and wine in a privately sectioned off area.

Tickets Available from the 1st of May

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Cheese Tours

A cheese tour at Van Gaalen Kaasmakerij is an informative and fun experience for young and old since 1996. The tour explains how cheese is made from milk to the final product. Cheese tasting is part of the experience as well.

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Kids Entertainment

We have a variety of activities for kids.
- Gel Blaster Course
- Tractor Rides
- Hiking Trails
- Farm Animals
- Jungle Gym
Party Packages available (booking required)

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Live Music

Come enjoy your afternoon on the Terrace with family and friends.

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Trails

Van Gaalen's offers a wide variety of hiking and mountainbiking trails, catering for various levels of fitness and experience. The yellow trail is 10km and traverses smoothly along the Skeerpoort River, covered with a canopy of trees and reed tunnels.

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Our Activity Fees

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Cheese Tours

Adults R180

Children R130

Tour Days

Wednesday 10:00am

Saturday 10:00am

Sunday 11:00am

We offer Cheese tours on specified days for individuals and families of all ages. It is an educational though informal 60 minute talk about how cheese is made on the farm from milk to the final product.

Our fees are R180 for adults and R 130 for school children. This price includes the tour as well as a cheese tasting. A cup of coffee/tea/juice and a slice of Dutch apple cake are also served.

Bookings are not required, but recommended and can be made at info@vangaalen.co.za or 0832267834.

Van Gaalen Trails

Mountain biking R60
Trail running & hiking R50
children under 12 Half Price

(Toddlers under 4 are FREE)

With over 80km of trails, Van Gaalen has something to offer for every kind of athlete, from beginner to advanced.
The 12km River Trail is a must for anyone looking for endless adventure and beauty as you traverse the various bridges and ever changing views along the way. There is no need to make a booking but be sure to checkout our events calendar because we do close the trails for bigger trail events.

Picnics

Picnic for 1 R 308

Picnic for 2 R 528

Picnic for 3 R 759

Picnic for 4 R 924

Picnic for 5 R 1089

Over 5 People R218pp

Kiddies Knapsack R90

We pack a picnic hamper in a basket that contains the following: Cheese platter, cold meat platter, noodle salad, pickles & olives, bread & biscuits, seasonal fruit.

For children we pack a knapsack with a sandwich, fruit, juice, a sweet and a packet of chips.

Picnics can be reserved at least a day in advance. If you would like to make a booking, please feel free to give The Terrace restaurant a call at 083 226 7834 or e-mail terrace@vangaalen.co.za

Business Hours

Closed Mondays & Tuesdays (unless public holiday)

Farm Shop

Open Wednesday - Sunday from 08h00 - 17h00

Contact 083 226 7834

Terrace @ Van Gaalen Restaurant

Open Wednesday - Sun from 08h00 - 18h00

Contact 083 226 7834

Trail Permits

Wednesday - Friday 08h00 - 17h00 (from the Farm Shop)

Saturdays, Sundays & public holidays

Summer: 06h00 - 12h00

Winter: 07h00 - 12h00

(from the Trail Clubhouse)

Contact 0835603318

Van Gaalen Kaasmakerij

Upcoming Events

Wine On Route

What's Happening

Cheese Tours

Kids Entertainment

Live Music

Trails

Our Activity Fees

Cheese Tours

Van Gaalen Trails

Picnics

Business Hours

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