South Africa
Springbok
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Springbok is the main town of Namaqualand on the N7, approximately 550 kilometres north of Cape Town and a good 100 kilometres before the border with Namibia.
by Felix Gillen
Springbok is the main town of Namaqualand on the N7, approximately 550 kilometres north of Cape Town and a good 100 kilometres before the border with Namibia. During the wildflower season, the small town is the most important base for excursions; the rest of the year, it's a practical stopover.
Sights in Springbok
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Goegap Nature Reserve
Nature reserve 15 kilometers southeast of Springbok, featuring granite outcrops, succulents, and in spring, dense flower carpets. Driving routes and hiking trails crisscross the area; along the way, you'll see oryx, springboks, and zebras.
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Copper and Nama
The town was founded in 1862 during the copper boom, named after the springboks drinking here at a spring. The Nama, the region's original inhabitants, primarily live in the surrounding communities and Richtersveld. Their traditional, mat-covered round huts are called Matjieshuise.
Traveling
Springbok is best reached by rental car via the N7 from Cape Town. In the town, distances are short. For Goegap, the Namaqua National Park and the coast, you'll need your own vehicle, as distances in the region are vast.
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