Citrusdal Attractions
Citrusdal, founded in 1916 in the fertile valley of the Olifants River, is a good base for excursions into the Cedarberg range.
The area round Citrusdal is South Africa's third largest fruit-growing region. During the harvest, between May and October, more than 2 million crates of oranges and other fruit, with a total weight of over 80,000 tons, are packed in Citrusdal. Most of the crop is destined for export.
Citrusdal itself has no sights of outstanding interest and is not a place where visitors will want to stay long. On Hex River farm, to the north of the town, is the oldest orange-tree in South Africa, said to be over 200 years old. The local museum, in Church Street, has a collection of material on the history of the town.
The area round Citrusdal is South Africa's third largest fruit-growing region. During the harvest, between May and October, more than 2 million crates of oranges and other fruit, with a total weight of over 80,000 tons, are packed in Citrusdal. Most of the crop is destined for export.
Citrusdal itself has no sights of outstanding interest and is not a place where visitors will want to stay long. On Hex River farm, to the north of the town, is the oldest orange-tree in South Africa, said to be over 200 years old. The local museum, in Church Street, has a collection of material on the history of the town.
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Cedarberg Wilderness Area
The Cedarberg Wilderness Area covers a mountainous section, with peaks reaching over 2,000 m. It contains unique rock formations and caves with Bushman paintings.
Baths
16km/10mi south of Citrusdal, on a farm called The Baths, are hot mineral springs (43°C/109°F), with swimming pools and accommodation in a handsome Victorian house.
Facilities
On-site accomodations
