Towns and suburbs

Gouritsmond

Where birds and fynbos flourish.

History of Gouritsmond

  • Province    Western Cape
  • District: Garden Route
  • Municipality: Hessequa
  • Area: 3.24 km2

Gouritsmond’s history stretches back to the 1700s when it grew from a small fishing settlement to a charming town established in 1915. Farmers first settled in the area of the Gouritz River mouth where they grazed their sheep and cattle. The town was officially established in 1915 when the name changed from Gouritsriviermond to Gouritsmond.  Only in 1983 was there any access by tar road. The roads had previously been gravel surfaced with 25 gates along the way which had to be opened and closed again after passing through. This limited access to the town, but the construction of a tar road made it more accessible.

Gouritsmond is a naturally beautiful unspoiled little coastal gem hidden off the beaten track where fynbos and rare birds flourish.

The postcode for Gouritsmond is 6696

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Things to see and do in Gouritsmond

  • There are great opportunities for water sports which are popular with holidaymakers
  • Hessequa art route
  • Gouritsmond walking trails are family-friendly and accessible. There are four of them. A 1.6km, a 3km, a 5km and an 8km trail. The area is home to three internationally recognized biodiversities with more than 200 plant species 14 of which are endangered and there are more than 235 bird species

Useful Numbers

  • Police: Albertinia 028 735 1006
  • Municipality: 028 713 8000
  • Traffic department: WITSAND … Traffic Department: 028 713 7817
  • Municipal Emergency Number: 084 014 1828
  • Fire:
  • `Water:
  •  Electricity:
  • Ambulance: 10177
  • Post office; Agency 028 745 3402
  • Library: 028 713 7934
  • Closest hospital;  Albertinia Clinic 028 745 3402
  • Pharmacy; Mossel Bay 044 691 1835

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