Cape Winelands Biosphere Reserve
The Cape Winelands Biosphere Reserve is located in the Western Cape Province of South Africa approximately 40 km (25 mi) east of Cape Town. The Biosphere Reserve extends from the Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve in the south, northwards along the Cape Fold Belt Mountain Chain and the adjoining valleys constituting the Cape Winelands. The Biosphere Reserve incorporates key portions of the registered Cape Floral Region Protected Areas World Heritage Site. The Reserve was designated in 2007.
| Cape Winelands Biosphere Reserve | |
|---|---|
Location in Western Cape | |
| Location | Western Cape, South Africa |
| Nearest city | Cape Town |
| Coordinates | 33.7500°S 19.0000°E |
| Area | 322,030 ha (1,243.4 sq mi) |
| Max. elevation | 1,860 m (6,100 ft) |
| Min. elevation | 20 m (66 ft) |
| Designation | 2007 |
| Administrator | Cape Winelands District Municipality |
| Website | Official website |
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