ABOUT LUDUS MAGNUS
Paradise in Franschhoek
Ludus Magnus offers sublime 5 star luxury accommodation set on a spectacular estate like no other. Positioned in the heart of the majestic Franschhoek wine valley; famed for its vineyards, scenery, French heritage and cuisine.
Whether it’s a romantic getaway, family holiday, active adventure or simply a change in pace from urban hustle, a stay at Ludus Magnus is guaranteed to wow and delight.
Named after a Roman gladiator school, Ludus Magnus is the meticulous innovative creation by owners, a dynamic French-Italian couple who packed up life in Europe and moved with their 3 children and 5 adored dogs to live in Franschhoek a few years ago.
Sustainability At Our Heart
Ludus Magnus is proud to be 100% off-the-grid. We generate our own electricity with 266 solar panels and a borehole delivers potable water. Black and grey water is treated on site.
Wander around the estate to see beautiful renewable food sources including 14 citrus tree varieties along our Vitamin C running trail. We also have plum, avocado, litchi, mango, banana, pear and macadamia trees You can’t either miss the olive grove and Shiraz vineyard. All farm irrigation is done via drip.
Spot the active beehives and pop by our beloved fur, feathered and shelled family to see our gorgeous rescue donkeys, tortoises, chickens and horses.
Follow our journey.
