Brenton-on-Sea
A golden beach stretching for several kilometers beneath dunes and cliffs west of Knysna, with few people and strong waves, ideal for long walks and sunsets.
Brenton-on-Sea is about 16 km southwest of Knysna. The road leaves the N2 and passes through Belvidere. A small village on the clifftop overlooks a golden beach stretching about 8 km westward to Buffels Bay. Tall dunes and scrub stand behind the sand, and occasionally southern right whales can be seen in winter. Waves and rip currents are strong, and lifeguards are on duty only in the peak summer season, so swim only within the flagged area. The restaurant at the clifftop hotel offers dining with sea views.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Buffels Bay (Buffelsbaai)
- Holy Trinity Church, Belvidere
- Knysna Waterfront (Waterfront Quays)
- Thesen Island
- Leisure Isle
- Knysna Lagoon & The Heads
- Goukamma Nature Reserve
- Noetzie Beach & Castles