Garden Route District Municipality
Garden Route District Municipality, District municipality in Western Cape, South Africa.
The Garden Route District Municipality is a large administrative area in Western Cape that spans across several local municipalities. It encompasses coastal zones, forested regions, and mountainous terrain with George serving as its administrative hub.
The district underwent reorganization in 2018 when it changed from Eden District Municipality and was restructured as a new administrative entity. This change reflected broader efforts to improve regional governance across the province.
The region reflects diverse communities and languages visible in daily life across towns and villages. Afrikaans, Xhosa, and English coexist, shaping how people interact and celebrate local traditions together.
The region can be visited year-round, with summer months from November to March being the warmest period. A car is the best way to explore the various towns and coastal areas that make up this expansive district.
The landscape varies dramatically with elevation differences reaching about 555 meters, creating distinct climates and ecosystems across the territory. This variation makes the region interesting for both nature observers and those seeking different environments.
Location: Western Cape
Inception: December 5, 2000
Capital city: George
Elevation above the sea: 555 m
Shares border with: Overberg District Municipality, Cape Winelands District Municipality, Central Karoo District Municipality, Sarah Baartman District Municipality
Website: https://gardenroute.gov.za
GPS coordinates: -33.75000,22.00000
Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:06
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