George Tourist Attractions
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George is picturesquely situated on a coastal plateau at the foot of the Outeniqua Mountains, which reach a height of 1579m/5181ft in George Peak, 8km/5mi from the coast of the Indian Ocean.
Dutch Reformed Church of Sts Peter and Paul
The Dutch Reformed Church of Saints Peter and Paul, built in 1842, has a pulpit of stinkwood and pillars and dome of yellowwood.
George Museum
The George Museum illustrates the history of the region and the local timber industry, and also displays a collection of musical instruments.
George's Surroundings
Scenic passes and hiking trails are found outside of George.
Outeniqua Pass
From George N 12 runs north through the Outeniqua Mountains to Oudtshoorn (60km/37mi). 15km/9mi from George it comes to the Outeniqua Pass (799m/2,622ft). On the way up to the pass there are fine views of the fertile countryside, but beyond the pass the scene changes as the road enters the arid region of the Little Karoo.
Outeniqua Hiking Trail
The Outeniqua Hiking Trail, a 137km/85mi long ridge walk through the Outeniqua Mountains, runs from the Witfontein forest station near George to the Diepwalle forest station near Knysna. The walk takes eight days.
Seven Passes Road
The Seven Passes Road, the old main road between George and Knysna, part of which is unsurfaced, runs through a lonely landscape above N 2. The views from this road, however, are no more spectacular than those from the faster coast road.
Van Kervel Nature Reserve
The Van Kervel Nature Reserve (area 9ha/22ac), with indigenous trees and plants.
George Pictures
