When the festive season rolls around, plans tend to fall into two categories: over-scheduled or wonderfully spontaneous.
The Bike Forge in Tulbagh is firmly in the second camp, offering locals and holidaymakers an easygoing place to land between family lunches, road trips and scenic rides.
This December, The Bike Forge keeps the doors open with special holiday trading hours and plenty of reasons to stop by.
- Known for its laid-back energy, hearty food and ice-cold drinks, the Tulbagh favourite turns the festive season into something refreshingly simple. No fuss, no pressure — just good vibes and good company.
The holiday lineup includes extended opening hours on key dates, making it easy to pop in after a morning ride or swing past for a relaxed afternoon catch-up. Boxing Day is a standout, with live music setting the tone from midday through to the early evening. It’s the kind of place where conversations stretch longer than planned, another round somehow appears, and the playlist does most of the talking.
Food remains a central part of the Bike Forge experience. Whether it’s a casual lunch with friends, a post-ride refuel, or a slow afternoon nibbling and sipping, the kitchen delivers crowd-pleasing comfort with no pretence. Pair that with cold beers, familiar faces and a festive buzz, and it’s easy to see why it’s become a December tradition for many.
With Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve reserved for rest, the remaining holiday period is all about keeping things social, relaxed and welcoming. From Reconciliation Day through to New Year’s Day, The Bike Forge offers a dependable, cheerful stop-off where the holiday spirit feels natural rather than forced.
For anyone spending the season in or around Tulbagh, The Bike Forge makes festive planning effortless. Arrive hungry, leave happy, and don’t be surprised if you start planning your next visit before you’ve even left.
De Heuvel Estate Tulbagh, Cape Town
073 281 0896
bikeforgetulbagh@gmail.com
