Points of Interest in Kalk Bay
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Kalk Bay Dry Dock
Kalk Bay, Western CapeThe Kalk Bay dry dock is a specialized facility located in the historic Kalk Bay Harbour, roughly 30 minutes from Cape Town. It serves as a vital repair and maintenance hub for the local fishing industry, including the maintenance of "Cape" type fishing boats, with recorded activity dating back to at least the early 20th century.View details →Points of InterestKalk Bay Breakwater Light Beacon (Outer Head)
Kalk Bay, Western CapeThe Kalk Bay Breakwater Light Beacon (Outer Head) is a historic 12-metre-tall lighthouse located at the tip of the main breakwater in Kalk Bay Harbour, Cape Town. Built in 1919, this red-and-white striped structure serves as a vital navigational aid, guiding fishing vessels safely into one of the last active traditional fishing harbours on the Cape Peninsula. Established Date: The beacon was built in 1919. afety: There are no guardrails around the lighthouse at the end of the jetty, so visitors should exercise extreme caution, particularly during high winds. Best Time to Visit: Summer is the ideal season for a visit; during winter, massive waves often crash over the breakwater, making it a dramatic but hazardous sight.View details →Points of InterestKalk Bay Breakwater Light Beacon (Inner Mole)
Kalk Bay, Western CapeThe Kalk Bay Breakwater Light Beacon (Inner Mole) is a navigational aid located in the historic Kalk Bay Harbour in Cape Town. While the more famous "Outer Head" lighthouse sits at the tip of the main pier, the Inner Mole beacon is part of the harbour's internal protective structure. Function: Acts as a crucial guide for incoming fishing boats and recreational vessels navigating the harbour entrance, especially during the area's frequent Cape storms. History: The secondary mole where it is located was added between 1937 and 1939 to further protect the 8-acre basin originally completed in 1918.View details →See all 3 points of interest in Western Cape — free
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