Route 12 is in the works to provide easier access to small towns in the Garden Route

Posted on 11 October 2024 By Louise Bell

Mossel Bay Tourism has announced its dedication to this concept, which aims to connect and put small towns in the area on the map. This idea would promote tourism, support local businesses, and allow visitors to explore and stay in some of South Africa’s hidden gems and underrated coastal towns.

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IOL has reported Lieschke Steven-Jennings, the COO of Mossel Bay Tourism, has stated what this route would display:

“Route 12 takes visitors and locals on a journey through the 12 iconic towns that make up the greater Iconic Mossel Bay area. Here, you’ll discover untouched beaches, beautiful scenery, cultural landmarks and countless activities”.

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These 12 towns include:

  • Mossel Bay
  • Vleesbaai
  • Great Brak
  • Ruiterbos
  • Fransmanshoek
  • Dana Bay
  • Hartenbos 
  • Little Brak
  • Boggomsbaai
  • Friemersheim
  • Herbertsdale
  • Glentana

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