blaauwbergstrand
the cape west coast
HOW TO GET THERE
(GPS: 33 46S 18 30E)
Off the R27, 24km north of Cape Town.
TOURISM OFFICE
Cape Town Tourismoffice, Beach Road, Blaauwberg
· Tel: 021 521 1080
·
e-Mail
ORIGINS OF THE NAME
Originally in the Dutch form,
Blaauwberg Strand and named after a nearby hill.
(Blaauwberg translates to
Blue Mountain.)
HISTORY
Bloubergstrand originated as a fishing village and holiday resort for farmers living inland.
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Read more about the Battle of Blaauwberg, 1806
POPULATION
PLACES OF INTEREST
◊ Historical buildings
◊ Beaches
WHAT TO DO AND SEE
• Popular holiday destination
• Big Bay is a surfers paradise and hosts several competitions
• Little Bay is a nice family beach and suitable for sunbathers
• Surf angling
• Watersport
• Hiking
• 4x4 routes
• Quadbike routes
• See the
accommodation page for accommodation in this area