Klein Karoo – Colour Dots

Algerynskraal Padstaal

carynkaleido — Thu, 02 Jun 2022 15:23:52 +0000

Algerynskraal Padstaal is located on a farm along Route 62, about 16Km outside Ladismith on the way to Montague, we pride ourselves on our home-style South African cooking. Besides our traditional farm-style cuisine, we sell a variety of locally produced preserves, olive oil, haberdashery, needlework, artwork, biscuits, etc. We cater for conferences, weddings, and family get-togethers Ladismith

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Attaquaskloof Ox wagon trail

carynkaleido — Tue, 26 Dec 2023 16:01:39 +0000

The Attaquaskloof Ox wagon trail was discovered in 1689. It has a long history and was one of the earliest recorded crossings of the Outeniqua mountains into the Klein Karoo. Khoi chief Hykon of the Inkgua people, who lived in the Klein Karoo, requested a trade visit from the European settlers at the Cape, who had by then been established for 37 years. The request was approved by Governor Simon van der Stel, who sent Ensign Isaac Schrijver of the Dutch East India Company and a party of 21 men on the journey. Travelling east along the old Kaapse Wagenweg before turning inland near present-day Mossel Bay, the expedition followed an established Khoi migration route through Attaquaskloof. Schrijver’s crossing became the first documented settler route over the mountains and took about a week to complete. Over time, Attaquaskloof became an important transport route into the interior and was later used by explorers, including Van Plettenberg and Van Reenen. For nearly 180 years, thousands of ox wagons passed through the pass carrying people and supplies. Until the Robinson Pass was built in 1869, the route was trampled by thousands of oxen dragging wagons. This is rated as one of the top 10 4×4 trails in Southern Africa. Interesting sights of historical significance are the ruins of an old toll house and an Anglo-Boer War blockhouse.

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Bakhuis

carynkaleido — Tue, 21 Dec 2021 18:47:21 +0000

Bakhuis is a farm stall with a difference. We serve Truth coffee, country cooking & baking, wood-fired pizza, local wines and other goods in an unusual setting, on the edge of an old olive grove in Calitzdorp. Voortrekker road Calitzdorp

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Barrydale Cellar

carynkaleido — Sun, 11 Jun 2023 11:35:15 +0000

The Barrydale region has been making brandy for a long time. Barrydale Cellar has become one of South Africa’s top pot still brandy producers, competing and winning internationally. 1 Van Riebeeck St Barrydale

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Barrydale Herritage Garden

carynkaleido — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 12:08:53 +0000

The Barrydale Herritage Garden has unique plants. You can explore and enjoy the peace. Every visit is different. You may be lucky enough to see the Glottiphyllum Barrydalensis or any of the other interesting specimens. Barrydale in bloom Facebook Barrydale Cellar Complex,

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Barrydale Market at Moreson

carynkaleido — Fri, 30 May 2025 13:48:22 +0000

Barrydale Market at Moreson, where locals meet up. Farmers market for artisan bread and homemade produce. Looking for a cool Saturday Market, where vendors are local, authentic & real? Those who bake & make their products? Then this is the place to visit! Van Riebeek street Barrydale

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Barrydale weavers

carynkaleido — Tue, 02 Mar 2021 17:01:57 +0000

Our mission is to create beautiful hand-woven products to modern precision standards. We strive to preserve the traditional craft of hand-weaving while empowering, employing, and developing the skills of our team. 37 de Kock Street Barrydale, info@barrydaleweavers.co.za

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Boeteka Farm stall

carynkaleido — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 12:42:16 +0000

Boeteka farm stall is a farm butchery that sells top-quality Karoo lamb and other farm produce. We also have a range of handmade goods for sale. Boeteka Farm , N12 between Between Beaufort West and Oudtshoorn

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Boosmansbos Wilderness area

carynkaleido — Tue, 04 Jul 2023 12:21:41 +0000

Boosmansbos Wilderness Area is in the southern Langeberg. It is 14 200ha in extent, within the Grootvadersbosch Nature Reserve. The name comes from the story of a hermit who lived in the forest in the early 19th century. The highest peak is Grootberg at 1 627 m. The higher elevations are scattered with fault valleys. To the north are some sandstone ridges which flatten out to a plateau made up of gravel and sandstone. The south-facing slopes are less steep. Koksposberg is a prominent, ridge running along the front of the mountain. Boosmansbos was proclaimed a Wilderness Area in 1978 in order to safeguard its pristine environment, and it was declared a World Heritage Site in 2004. The Langeberg mountains have all-year rainfall with an average annual rainfall of 1 050 mm. The mountains are covered with Mountain fynbos and forest vegetation and many rare species of ericas are found here. Hiking trails Hiking paths in Boosmansbos Wilderness area are unmarked, however, there are basic huts along the way. The terrain is difficult and the weather can turn nasty. Heavy rains can cause the river to flood. It is imperative to carry an accurate map. Only 12 people are allowed on the paths per day. There are 64km of paths and hikers may choose their own routes. The circular two-day route of 27km is a popular option. Fires are not permitted and all refuse must be removed.

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Boplaas

carynkaleido — Sat, 17 Jun 2023 15:27:02 +0000

Boplaas Family Vineyards & Distilling is a six-generation family business. It is situated in the picturesque town of Calitzdorp, among the foothills of the Swartberg Mountains in the Klein Karoo. Boplaas’ history of distilling dates back to 1880, when the first order of potstill brandy casks was sent to Cape Town harbor by ox-wagon for delivery to London. After the repeal of distilling licenses in the early 1920s, Boplaas’ copper pot still lay dormant for almost 70 years until it was fired up again in 1989. Boplaas has received numerous accolades for its Potstill Brandy, wines, port-styled wines, and recently Whisky as well. 2 Saayman street info@boplaas.co.za

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