CAPE TOWN HOLIDAY APARTMENTS BLOUBERGSTRAND
Known for its breathtaking views of Table Mountain, 15 kilometres north of the city centre, is Bloubergstrand, a seaside resort town, along the shores of Table Bay. Originally a fishing village and holiday resort for farmers living inland, Blouberg is a must-visit for those insta-worthy opportunities.
The name Bloubergstrand literally means ‘blue mountain beach’ in Afrikaans and is derived from Blaauwberg, a nearby hill. The beach is a popular location for a classic post-card perfect views of Table Mountain across the bay and the historic Robben Island.
Bloubergstrand is divided into two beaches – Big Bay and Little Bay. Big Bay is a long stretch of beach that is popular with kitesurfers due to the epic winds and is a great family beach – perfect for lazy walks with the kids. Little Bay is popular with those looking to picnic and braai on the lawn covered braai areas and nearby rock pools.
Surfers come from far and wide across the globe to test their skills in the waves of Big Bay, tackling the high winds to catch that perfect wave.
Falling within a marine nature reserve, home to Cape rock lobster, abalone, white mussels, and in season, southern right whales, killer whales, humpback dolphins, Haviside’s dolphin and Cape fur seals.
With magical views, Blouberg is home to many great restaurants, including Ons Huisie, as it is now known as, which was declared a national monument in 1973. This popular restaurant not only boasts spectacular views, delicious West Coast cuisine, and a picture-perfect view of the Atlantic Ocean and Robben Island. The long beaches and lawns alongside the sand, sun worshippers are spoilt for choice to enjoy sundowners watching the sunset over Table Bay and Table Mountain.
Located on many My Citi bus routes, visitors to this area are able to travel into the city from early morning to late evening without having to get stuck in traffic jams.
Nearby attractions;
- Kite surfing
- Robben Island
- Cape Point
- Melkbosstrand Food Fair Market
- Rietvlei Nature Reserve
- South African Air Force Museum
Bloubergstrand in Afrikaans literally means “blue mountain beach” derived from Blaauwberg, a nearby mountain. Bloubergstrand is mainly residential and attracts a large numbers of visitors. The beach at Bloubergstrand is a popular location for a classic view of Table Mountain across the bay, 6,9 km west of the coast at Bloubergstrand is Robben Island. Local licensed fishermen still use a small local design of rowing boat to put their nets out in Small Bay for mullet when the temperature and other conditions are favourable. They retrieve their nets manually, after which the fortunate locals buy this delicacy directly from them. Apart from living culture, the route also offers cultural heritage attractions that are tell-tale signs of the history that shaped Blouberg.
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Known for its breathtaking views of Table Mountain, 15 kilometres north of the city centre, is Bloubergstrand, a seaside resort town, along the shores of Table Bay. Self-catering accommodation Cape Town at it’s best.
Originally a fishing village and holiday resort for farmers living inland, Blouberg is a must-visit for those insta-worthy opportunities.
The name Bloubergstrand literally means ‘blue mountain beach’ in Afrikaans and is derived from Blaauwberg, a nearby hill. The beach is a popular location for a classic post-card perfect views of Table Mountain across the bay and the historic Robben Island.
Bloubergstrand is divided into two beaches – Big Bay and Little Bay. Big Bay is a long stretch of beach that is popular with kitesurfers due to the epic winds and is a great family beach – perfect for lazy walks with the kids. Little Bay is popular with those looking to picnic and braai on the lawn covered braai areas and nearby rock pools.
Surfers come from far and wide across the globe to test their skills in the waves of Big Bay, tackling the high winds to catch that perfect wave.
Falling within a marine nature reserve, home to Cape rock lobster, abalone, white mussels, and in season, southern right whales, killer whales, humpback dolphins, Haviside’s dolphin and Cape fur seals.
With magical views, Blouberg is home to many great restaurants, including Ons Huisie, as it is now known as, which was declared a national monument in 1973. This popular restaurant not only boasts spectacular views, delicious West Coast cuisine, and a picture-perfect view of the Atlantic Ocean and Robben Island. The long beaches and lawns alongside the sand, sun worshippers are spoilt for choice to enjoy sundowners watching the sunset over Table Bay and Table Mountain.
Located on many My Citi bus routes, visitors to this area are able to travel into the city from early morning to late evening without having to get stuck in traffic jams.
Nearby attractions;
- Kite surfing
- Robben Island
- Cape Point
- Melkbosstrand Food Fair Market
- Rietvlei Nature Reserve
- South African Air Force Museum
Bloubergstrand in Afrikaans literally means “blue mountain beach” derived from Blaauwberg, a nearby mountain. Bloubergstrand is mainly residential and attracts a large numbers of visitors. The beach at Bloubergstrand is a popular location for a classic view of Table Mountain across the bay, 6,9 km west of the coast at Bloubergstrand is Robben Island. Local licensed fishermen still use a small local design of rowing boat to put their nets out in Small Bay for mullet when the temperature and other conditions are favourable. They retrieve their nets manually, after which the fortunate locals buy this delicacy directly from them. Apart from living culture, the route also offers cultural heritage attractions that are tell-tale signs of the history that shaped Blouberg.
