Monday, 13 February 2012

Overberg stories - Struisbaai

This popular holiday venue is developing rapidly - and is welknown for its 14km uninterrupted white beaches. Water sports are particularly popular. Struisbaai, according to legend, is named for the size of its big beach - an old Nederland word for "huge".

Hotagterklip cottages: Restored fisherman's cottages at the entrance of Struisbaai, built by early fishermen. Some are now used for holiday homes, and all are national heritage sites.

Anglican Church: This small restored thatched church, which is a national heritage site, is much sought after for small weddings and services.

Shell Shops: A must for the collector and browser.

Harbour: The quaint little harbour, built in 1959, was deepened and enlarged in 1990 and is today used by both fishing and ski boats.