Driving the wild unpaved road to Ouberg Pass in Western Cape

Ouberg Pass is a mountain pass at an elevation of 1,014m (3,326ft) above sea level, located in the Western Cape province of South Africa.

Where is Ouberg Pass in Western Cape?

The pass is located east of Cape Town, in the southwestern part of the country. Don’t get confused, as there are another 2 mountain passes with the same name in the country (in Northern Cape and Eastern Cape).

Is the road to Ouberg Pass in Western Cape unpaved?

The road to the summit is totally unpaved. The gradient is fairly steep at 1:14, and a speed limit of 60 km/h is appropriate. It drops almost 500 meters in altitude over 7.8 kilometers.

How long is the road to Ouberg Pass in Western Cape?

Starting at Montagu, the ascent is 22.9 km (14.22 miles) long. It’s suitable for all vehicles.

 

 

• A paved road to the summit of Ikhupe Pass
• The road to Lundins Nek Pass is not suitable for normal cars