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Swellendam is a scenic town nestled in the valley at the foot of the majestic Langeberg mountains. Situated in the Overberg, halfway between Cape Town and George on the Garden Route, Swellendam is the ideal destination for a few days of relaxation and peace in the country. Visitors will find accommodation, restaurants and activities to suit every taste and budget!

Established by the Dutch East India Company in 1745, the town is the third oldest magisterial district in South Africa and often referred to as the historical heart of the Overberg. The architecture and character of the town clearly reflects the diverse and interesting history of Swellendam and its people. Many of the buildings and gardens have been restored to their former glory and a walk through the museum complex and the town is a feast for the senses.

The town of Swellendam is ideally located to use as a base for day visits to places of interest during your vacation, for example Suurbraak (an old mission station at the foot of the Tradouw Pass), the mineral-rich hot water springs at Barrydale and Montagu, Malgas (where the last remaining hand-drawn pontoon ferry in South Africa operates) and the beautiful beaches at Witsand and Arniston. The Overberg area boasts a wealth of other historical and natural sites, as well as wine and art routes for the culturally inclined.

Surrounded by no less than four nature reserves, boasting a unparalleled variety of Cape fynbos, wildlife and bird species, the nature lover will find themselves in paradise. Walks range from easy to strenuous and mountain hikes can even be undertaken over a period of several days, sleeping over in mountain cabins. Guided horse rides in the mountains are ideal as a family outing. Some of the many other activities available in the greater Swellendam area are: 4x4 trails, boating (including sunset and breakfast cruises), bowling, canoeing, cycling, a variety of day trips, fishing (river, dam and ocean), flight in a light aircraft over the area, game viewing, golfing (9 hole course), seeing artists at work in their studios, kayaking, motorcycling, swimming, visiting an ostrich farm, touring the local wine routes, whale watching from August to November and olive and youngberry picking in season.

Whether you decide to stay for a night or spend your entire holiday in Swellendam and the Overberg, there is accommodation suited to every taste, from luxury guest houses and bed and breakfast establishments to self-catering and even rustic camping on farms! Bring your family and friends for an adventure or make reservations for your romantic honeymoon in Swellendam - we have it all!

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