A mere 50 minutes from Cape Town, just off the R27 West Coast Road, lies the small town of Mamre. Not only does this unassuming settlement have a rich and colourful history, it is also home to South Africa’s fifth oldest church in the remarkable Moravian Mission Station.
From one of South Africa’s oldest churches to the delight of wine tasting and delightful Cape cuisine, sample the best of everything on this heritage drive.
Mamre Garden Club Open Day
The Mamre Garden Club started by a group of enthusiastic gardeners from the Mamre community and they aim to get as many people from the community involved in this project.
In September last year they helped run a gardening competition in conjunction with the Mamre Wild Flower Show.
This year they have decided to have an Open Gardens Day in Mid October. Get more information on their Facebook Page.
When you visit Mamre, head straight to Mamre Werf and meet the sisters Marlene and Stephanie who heads up Tori Oso – the local coffee shop on the Werf.
Tori Oso Geselshuis Coffee Shop
Tori Oso ‘gesels huisie’ is one of a kind in South Africa situated in Mamre on the ‘Werf’ in the historical Ou winkel. Established for young and old to just relax or enjoy in own unique way.
Open Fri – Sun 10:00 to 19:00 and on Tues – Sun 10:00 – 18:00
Where: Church Street, Mamre
Contact: + 27 72 972 3539 | +27 73 378 8801
Mamre Heritage Walk Map
Download the Self-Guided Mamre Heritage Walk Map and get to know the town on foot.
Distance from Cape Town: 59km
Where: Off R27, via the R307 between Atlantis and Darling
Coordinates: 23.5292400 S and 30.0866400 E
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