Cape Point with historic lighthouse on the Cape of Good Hope. At the parking lot you can not continue with bike. I was advised by a ranger to turn off the wheel at the entrance to the funicular. There is also paid attention to that I have also made and then I went by train to the top. Of course, an attraction is the baboons, but you should be wary of eating.

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Dieter Michael T

May 22, 2025

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Absolutely beautiful. There are no hotels or other complex buildings here. Just an information/security office, a small café with seating, a tourist shop, and restrooms.

You could say that's a good thing—uncluttered with just the essentials, which is all that's needed. This way, the beautiful place is preserved and protected.

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🇧🇪 Herwig Aertbeliën

November 30, 2025

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The historic lighthouse was built between 1860 and 1919.

From the parking lot, it's about a 10-minute walk to the old lighthouse. It's a bit of a climb, but if …

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