A Torpedo athlete wading out of the Plaisir dam with the Winelands mountains behind, Plaisir 2026

Torpedo Plaisir

Cape Winelands, Franschhoek

The Location

Warm Waters & Vineyards

Torpedo Plaisir takes place at Plaisir Estate in Franschhoek, South Africa's most stunning wine region. Warm Winelands dams, indigenous forest singletrack, and views of the Simonsberg and Groot Drakenstein mountains make this the perfect introduction to SwimRun.

Three race options — Long, Short, and Kids Super Sprint — make it accessible to everyone from seasoned athletes to first-timers and families.

In The Water

Warm water, big mountains, and even bigger smiles. The Kids Super Sprint is where the next generation of SwimRunners falls in love with the sport.

Race Day · 24 Sep 2026

Plaisir 2026 Highlights

The best of the day at Plaisir Estate: warm dams, vineyard trails and the Simonsberg and Groot Drakenstein mountains.

Water Temperature

20–22°C

Warm Winelands dam water

Date

Fri 24 Sep 2027

Heritage Day

Terrain

Mixed Trail

Vineyard & forest singletrack

Getting There

From Cape Town: 45 min drive (via N1 to Franschhoek)

Accommodation: Franschhoek has excellent hotels, guest houses, and wine estates within 5–15 minutes of the venue.

Parking: Free parking at Plaisir Estate.

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