Montagu
A hot-spring town at the start of Route 62 — Cape Dutch architecture, orchards, and the gateway to the Little Karoo.
Trip Role
Ideal stay
Best for
Our take
The first real Karoo stop on Route 62, and the hot-spring town on the way east.
The first real Karoo stop on Route 62, and the hot-spring town on the way east.
- Trip Role
- Overnight
- Ideal Stay
- 1 night
- Best For
- Route 62 and hot-spring stops
- Go If
- You're driving Route 62 or want a hot-spring stop from Cape Town.
Why go
Montagu is where the Winelands end and the Klein Karoo begins — a farm town with hot springs, a fruit-growing heritage, and the dramatic Cogmanskloof pass on the way in.
What we love
The Avalon Springs hot springs after a long drive.
What to know
2h from Cape Town via Route 62; a car is essential.
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