The Heritage Day weekend storm brought flooding and mudslides that ripped out bridges and changed the course of rivers, submerged homes and cut communities off from the outside world. Authorities are still counting the cost to the local economy, but it is clear that tourism is one of the most s.
The Overstrand, more specifically Hermanus, is establishing itself as a world-class destination for big sports events after successfully hosting the Walker Bay Pro 2022 from 19 to 28 August.
Lifeguards ready to assist at Blue Flag beaches.
The Overstrand is ready to welcome holidaymakers with five beaches that received their Blue Flag status.
Kleinmond Beach, Hawston, Grotto and Castle Beach in Pearly Beach are all Blue Flag beaches, and Onrus Beach, which received Blue Flag Pilot status will have lifeguards present as from the start of December.
Grotto and Hermanus also received special recognition for achieving Blue Flag status for 20 consecutive years.
At the flag hoisting ceremony Overstrand Executive Mayor Dudley Coetzee thanked everyone for the different roles they played in ensuring the quality and cleanliness of these beaches have been consistently maintained.