アウテニクア山脈周辺のアトラクション＆必見スポット - トップ7

Long long VK (virtual Kilometer). You must be fit to take on this challenge up to George peak

On a misty day you cannot see much but still worth it. It forces you to look closerto see the beauty

We didn't know that you needed a permit for this hiking trail. We were only told when we left. We almost had to pay a fine. The price is 205 ZAR for foreigners.

No, this is definitely not an easy hike...if you don't have a head for heights, a bit of climbing skill and enjoy rough mountain paths, this is not the place for you! Definitely difficult (black), no path in places, more scrambling here (between 1 and 2°), no markings, no cairns and often suddenly "in the clouds". Finding your way here can be difficult...but it's worth it! A blaze of color in spring (from the end of October) - be careful when crossing the N9/N12!

On a clear day you can see all the way from Wilderness to Mosselbay

An old telephone put up against a tree. Enjoyed playing with it and telling the kids old tales of using these.

An hidden waterfall. You have to slighty wander off the footpath to see this lovely little waterfall

The Montagu Pass and Outeniqua Pass are two historic mountain passes located in the Western Cape region of South Africa, on the Garden Route. These passes have played an important role in the region's history, and today they are popular routes for cyclists, hikers, and motorists. The Montagu Pass was constructed in the mid-19th century and was named after John Montagu, the colonial secretary of the Cape Colony. It was the first road over the Outeniqua Mountains and was built to connect the port town of George with the interior town of Oudtshoorn, which was a major center of ostrich farming. The pass was designed by Henry Fancourt White, a British engineer, and it took six years to complete. The Montagu Pass is a challenging climb, with an elevation gain of 800 meters over a distance of 11 kilometers. It features 126 bends, some of which are sharp hairpin turns, and the road surface is often steep and narrow. Despite its challenges, the Montagu Pass was a significant achievement at the time of its construction, and it opened up new opportunities for trade and commerce in the region. The Outeniqua Pass, on the other hand, was built later, in the early 20th century, and it replaced the Montagu Pass as the main route over the Outeniqua Mountains. The pass was constructed by Thomas Bain, a renowned road engineer who also designed many other mountain passes in South Africa. The Outeniqua Pass is longer than the Montagu Pass, stretching for 13 kilometers, and it has an elevation gain of 800 meters. The Outeniqua Pass is wider and less steep than the Montagu Pass, making it an easier climb for cyclists and motorists. However, it still offers spectacular views of the surrounding landscape, including the Outeniqua Mountains, the Kaaimans River Gorge, and the Garden Route coastline. Today, both the Montagu Pass and the Outeniqua Pass are popular routes for cyclists who want to test their endurance and enjoy the natural beauty of the Garden Route. These passes are also important landmarks in the region's history and a testament to the ingenuity and skill of the engineers who built them. Cyclists who brave these historic mountain passes will be rewarded with stunning views and a sense of accomplishment that can only be gained through physical exertion and determination.