Cape Cycle Routes Collection

Filmed by Adriaan Mostert and Bianca Le Roux / Virtual Insanity this ride collection was created in collaboration with the Cape Cycle Routes, a collection of rides throughout South Africa’s Western Cape.

A ride through this region is a ride like no other and this a chance to experience the Western Cape in a new and exciting way. With awe-inspiring views, from vast open semi-desert plateaus where it feels like you can touch the stars to the sounds of nature and wildlife.

These rides are mostly made up of well-graded gravel and sealed roads, ensuring a smooth trip along each section, but it is challenging and will test your cycling prowess through decent climbs and passes.

Add the five cycling routes within the Cape Cycle Routes network to your bucket list and experience the wide-open spaces of the Western Cape.

For more info on these routes visit www.capecycleroutes.co.za

THE KAROO CROSSING SWARTBERG PASS

The Karoo Crossing takes you on a 358km journey as you start – or end – your ride through Knysna. The Karoo Crossing has its own unique charm, and every road sign that leads you to a town, whether it be by gravel or tarred road, will fill you with a deep sense of wanderlust. Journey through the Central and Klein Karoo, as you cycle along winding mountain passes boasting fascinating legends. The 27km Swartberg Pass is considered one of the finest mountain passes in the world: an untarred road that winds to the summit of 1583 metres above sea level with breathtaking views at every turn. Appreciate the heritage of the Karoo told through historic rock art and engravings dating back thousands of years

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32.04km
DISTANCE
01:55:23
DURATION
1003m
ELEVATION

CEDERBERG CIRCUIT ALGERIA TO CLANWILLIAM DAM

Algeria to Clanwilliam is a section on the Cederberg Circuit, a 247km route. Clanwilliam is one of the ten oldest towns in South Africa. It is located between the Western slopes of the Cederberg mountains and the Olifants River's east bank. This town is filled with interesting stories and history— the Cederberg mountainscape, famous for its other-worldly rock formations and fynbos floral kingdom. Soon, you’ll reach the hiking and rock climbing mecca of the area, Algeria. #CederbergCircuit

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21.86km
DISTANCE
00:42:30
DURATION
197m
ELEVATION

OVERBERG MEANDER SOUTHERN TIP OF AFRICA CAPE AGULHAS

The Cape Overberg is a place of unsurpassed beauty, fondly referred to as the 'breadbasket of the Cape' due to its bountiful wheat and fruit harvests. The Overberg Meander explores a region that is a playground for those seeking adventure and the great outdoors. Pedal through the rolling hills of the Swellendam Valley with the Langeberg Mountains as your backdrop as you arrive at the southern-most tip of Africa at LÁgulhas and where the Indian Ocean meets the Atlantic. The Cape Overberg is a place of great beauty, warmth and depth of personality and the Overberg Meander will ensure you are immersed in it all. #OverbergMeander

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7.28km
DISTANCE
00:21:11
DURATION
28m
ELEVATION
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DURATION
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CYCLE TOUR 364

The final stage of the Cape Town Cycle Tour route departs from Scarborough in the direction of Misty Cliffs. It’s arguably the most scenic section of the entire route, so be sure to take in the sights. After the climb from above the beach at Witsand and up Slangkop Road you’ll descend to Imoff’s Farm. A flat section of the route, through Capri and Noordhoek, provides a chance to recover before the famous and beautiful ascents of Chapman’s Peak and Suikerbossie. After enjoying or enduring the Cape Town Cycle Tour’s most celebrated climbs only the run through Camps Bay, Clifton, Bantry Bay and Sea Point and Green Point remain. From Clifton it’s all downhill to the finish, on Helen Suzman Boulevard, Green Point. Be sure to get out of your saddle and sprint for the line, before celebrating virtual victory and reflecting on all the great Cape Town Cycle Tour memories from editions past.

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48.14km
DISTANCE
01:32:38
DURATION
519m
ELEVATION

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