George

Overview

George is the largest town of the Garden Route. It is locate in the Western Cape just south of Oudtshoorn . The setting of town is pretty with the magnificent Outeniqua Mountain range dominating the city, and rivers , rich farmlands, forests and wild flowers surrounding it on all sides. Nature, outdoor and scenery is what you come here for.

Forestry is the backbone of the area's economy and, in addition to exotic species, large tracts of indigenous forest have been preserved. Hops grown in the countryside around George and the well-watered valleys in the Outeniqua Mountains supply about half of South Africa's needs. It is possible to make increible hikes and treks in the mountains. And if you are tired of walking just go to the beach - some of the nicest beaches with nice warm water are just a few km away.

History

George is situated in the Western Cape Province in South Africa and is the main gateway to the beautiful Garden Route. It is the sixth oldest town in South Africa and very centrally situated halfway between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth. Cradled by the Outeniqua mountains to the north and the Indian ocean to the south, George is an ideal town from which to explore the area’s many scenic attractions – be it on the Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe train, on walks and hikes on the George and Cradock Peaks, on a boat fishing, or pushing a cart across the golf courses at Fancourt. Rich in historical landmarks, such as the Slave Tree and the King Edward VII Library, George retains a small-town character without compromising on a sophisticated infrastructure.