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Welcome to white powdery beaches, rocky cliffs,
mountains with
crystal-clear
waterfalls, thousands of animals & plants
- many of which may be found nowhere
else
on earth.
The Overstrand is a hotspot of biodiversity. The 4 villages of Kleinmond, Betty's Bay,
Pringle Bay & Rooi Els form part of the Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve, Fynbos World
Heritage Site, the smallest but richest of the world's six Floral Kingdoms with more
than 6000 endemic plants.
How to get here: (VIEW AREA MAP)
Map extract from Overberg Whale Coast © Peter Slingsby 1973-2010 : www.themaps.co.za
Take the N2 towards Sir Lowry's Pass from Cape Town, pass Somerset West
and turn Right at the Gordon's Bay turn-off. Turn left at the T-junction at
Gordon's Bay
and head out on the R44/Clarence Drive from Gordon's Bay
until you find
RooiEls, then Pringle Bay, Betty's Bay and lastly Kleinmond
before heading out to nearby Hermanus |
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Please help us protect this unique hotspot of biodiversity for generations still to come |
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Upcoming Events: |
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| RIDE WITH THE CHAMPS AT THE CONTEGO WINES2WHALES 3-DAY MOUNTAIN BIKE STAGE RACE |
1 - 20 July 2010 (bidding dates) |
Mountain bike enthusiasts currently on the waiting list for the awe-inspiring CONTEGO WINES2WHALES MTB RACE will be very pleased to hear that event organisers have added a new and exciting dimension to the race, which will give five single riders the chance to secure themselves a place on the start line in November.
Event organisers have announced the ‘RIDE WITH THE CHAMPIONS' PROGRAMME, a unique and exciting option for riders wanting to ride the CONTEGO WINES2WHALES MTB RACE . The programme will give riders the opportunity to team up with celebrities including 2 world champions!
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| KALFIEFEES |
6 - 9 Augustus 2010 |
Die Hermanus Times Kalfiefees vier vanjaar sy tiende verjaarsdag en die bestuur werk hard om dit 'n spesiale fees te maak.
Die Kalfie, deesdae die Overstrand en die Overberg-streek se grootste toneelfees en 'n vaste item op die land se toneelkalender, word oudergewoonte in die Vrouedagnaweek aangebied
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OUDE MOLEN MOUNTAIN BIKE CHALLENGE
For more information or to enter the Oude Molen Mountain Bike Challenge contact (021) 883 - 2413, email entries@stillwatersports.com or visit www.oudemolen.co.za . |
29 August 2010
Oude Molen Distillery (Grabouw)
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The annual mountain biking calendar will receive a boost in August 2010 when the exciting Oude Molen Mountain Bike Challenge debuts at the Oude Molen Distillery, South Africa's Premier Brandy Destination on Sunday, 29 August 2010.
Riders can choose between a fun 10km ride, a more challenging 35km route or an adrenaline pumping 60km race. According to Hendrico Burger, Oude Molen MTB Challenge Course Designer, the event caters for riders from all spheres of life. “Riders signing up for the 60km challenge can look forward to experiencing the full diversity of Grabouw - from sweeping jeep track to a variety of single track and a number of serious climbs. The 35km riders can expect a similar experience, but without the climbs. This route is ideal for riders wanting to try out a variety of surfaces and trails, while tackling some technical sections. The 10km fun ride is ideal for the entire family and will also be the perfect introduction into the sport of mountain biking as the route is flowing without any major technical sections. All Oude Molen Mountain Bike Challenge riders can look forward to witnessing the most spectacular views over the Elgin Valley,” says Burger.
The Oude Molen MTB Challenge routes will be open to the public after the race however riders need to have in their possession a MTO permit before being allowed to ride these routes. Some of the routes will also be permanently marked.
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