Montagu Pass
Montagupas
An old gravel mountain pass completed in 1847. It is the oldest mountain pass road in South Africa that remains unaltered, with forest bends and charming old stone bridges.
The Montagu Pass was built by Henry Friedman and opened to traffic in 1847. It is the oldest mountain pass road in South Africa that still retains its original form. About 10 km of gravel road winds through forest and gorges. Along the way you can see old stone bridges, the ruins of a toll station and a blacksmith's forge, and you can glimpse the railway line between George and Oudtshoorn. The road is narrow with sharp bends. Cars can use it in dry weather, but drivers must go slowly, and it is not recommended in rain. It makes a good alternative to the Outeniqua Pass for a round trip between George and Oudtshoorn.
Opening hours
All day (subject to road conditions)
Nearby sights
- Outeniqua Pass
- Garden Route Botanical Garden
- Outeniqua Transport Museum
- Map of Africa Viewpoint
- Victoria Bay
- Dolphin Point
- Herolds Bay
- Wilderness