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Our Top Ten Motorcycle Rides in the Western

and Northern Cape

Seweweekspoort Pass and Passes
Swartberg Pass into Die Hel
(Gamkaskloof Valley) Distance: 120 kmRoad Surface:
8 0 % g r a v e l , 2 0 % t a r Ti m e
Distance: 240 km Required: 2-3 hoursThis scenic
Road Surface: 80% gravel, 20% alternative to the N7 takes you
tar through gravel roads in the Karoo
Time Required: 4-6 hours and Northern Cederberg, featuring
the steep Botterkloof Pass and
Witness the dramatic geological sweeping Pakhuis Pass.
forces that shaped the Cape Fold
Mountains on this ride. After
traversing Seweweekspoort,
tackle the famous Swartberg Pass
and consider an overnight stay in
the unforgettable

Swellendam to Montagu via
Tradouw Pass and Barrydale

Distance: 110 km
Road Surface: 100% good tar
Time Required: 1.5-3 hours
G a m k a s k l o o f Va l l e y. Va n
Rhynsdorp to Papkuilsfontein Follow the Langeberg mountain
range from Swellendam to
Distance: 145 km Montagu, traversing the 16-
Road Surface: 80% good tar, 20% kilometer Tradouw Pass. Join the
gravel famous Route 62 at Barrydale and
Time Required: 2-3 hours continue to Montagu, known for its
hot springs and orchards, and
This relatively easy ride features a keep an eye out for gliders on
spectacular ascent via Van Rhyns windy days.
P a s s i n to N i e u w o u d tv i l l e ,
renowned for its seasonal bulb
displays. A short stretch of gravel
leads to Papkuilsfontein, which
offers charming stone cottage
accommodations.

Papkuilsfontein to Clanwilliam
via Botterkloof and Pakhuis

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