Riviersonderend highlights
Discover the untamed beauty of the Overberg
Nestled in the heart of the Overberg, Riviersonderend is a gateway to natural wonders, rich heritage, and outdoor adventure in one of South Africa's most pristine regions.
World Heritage Site
Cape Floral Region Protected Areas
Part of the Cape Floral Region Protected Areas UNESCO World Heritage Site. Home to over 9,383 plant species, with 68% found nowhere else on Earth.
climate change research
Jonaskop Mountain PEAK OF THE OVERBERG
At 1,646 meters, Jonaskop towers over the landscape. Winter brings snow-capped peaks, while year-round it serves as a living laboratory for climate change research.
strategic water source
Water Source Area FOR communities
The Riviersonderend Mountains are a strategic water source for the Western Cape, providing clean mountain water to surrounding towns and communities.
Adventure TrailS
Boesmanskloof Trail to McGregor
Trek the 22km Genadendal Trail or the famous Boesmanskloof Trail to McGregor. Discover archaeological sites and ancient San cave paintings along the way.
HOME TO endangered WILDLIFE
Rare & endangered Wildlife
Home to 4 critically endangered plant species, endemic moss frogs, leopards, caracals, and the endangered Cape redfin fish in pristine mountain streams.
Overberg Renosterveld Trust (ORT)
Brings landowners, communities, wildlife agencies and NGOs together to conserve the last remnants of Lowland Renosterveld in the Overberg
Only 5% of the original renosterveld extent remains on the planet, with what's left threatened by overgrazing, inappropriate fire, illegal damming and invasive plants.
Riviersonderend MOMENTS
GALLERY
WILDLIFE CAPTURED IN THE RIVIERSONDEREND REGION, WESTERN CAPE, SOUTH AFRICA
The Riviersonderend area, encompassing the valley between Greyton and the town of Riviersonderend, is characterized by rolling wheat fields, canola farms, fruit orchards, sheep pastures and the dramatic Riviersonderend Mountain range covered in fynbos.
This diverse landscape supports a rich variety of wild life, from farm land specialists to mountain fynbos endemics.
Landscape Biodiversity & Coordination
Spanning 1.2 million hectares, ABI addresses large landscape issues including water security, alien clearing, fynbos harvesting and wildlife corridors
ABI is a landscape initiative bringing together private landowners, farmers, government departments, and conservation organisations to work collaboratively to secure a healthy natural environment across the Overberg.
Riviersonderend BUSINESSES
EXPLORE DIRECTORY
Most businesses are located along Main Road (which is the N2 highway) or nearby streets. The town has a thriving small business community providing essential services including fuel stations, coffee shops, and various retail stores.
Tyre & Auto Services
TYREMART RIVIERSONDEREND
Address: 2 Main Road, Riviersonderend, 7250
Phone: 028 261 1225
Email: manager.rse@snymantyres.co.za
Manager: Chris Möller
Hours: Mon-Fri: 07:30-17:00 | Sat: 08:00-11:30 | Sun: Closed
Services: Tyres, batteries, exhausts, shocks, wheel alignment, truck &; tractor tyres
Grocery Store
USAVE SUPERMARKET
Address: 40 Hoof Street, Riviersonderend, 7250
Phone: 028 261-1399
Description: No-frills supermarket offering everyday groceries at competitive prices
Liquor Store
GARDEN ROUTE BOTTLE STORE
Address: 210 Main Road, Riviersonderend, 7250
Phone: 028 261-1576
Description: Wine, beer, and spirits retailer
FOOD and DRINKS SHOPS
BUTCHERY
Biltong Sonderend
Description: Quality, locally produced biltong and meats.
Address: 40 Main Rd, Riviersonderend, 7250
Phone: 072 222 9927
Grocery Store
USAVE SUPERMARKET
Description: No-frills supermarket offering everyday groceries at competitive prices.
Address: 40 Hoof Street, Riviersonderend, 7250
Phone: 028 261 1399
Liquor Store
GARDEN ROUTE BOTTLE STORE
Description: Wine, beer, and spirits retailer.
Address: 210 Main Road, Riviersonderend, 7250
Phone: 028 261 1576
Food and home made produce
CONTINENTAL Supermarket
Description: Food, snacks, drinks and fresh produce.
Address: 22 Main Road, Riviersonderend, 7250
Phone: 028 261 1213
Food, SOFT DRINKS and FRESH produce
freshstop
Description: Food, snacks, drinks and fresh produce.
Address: N2, Riviersonderend, 7250
Phone: 062 898 1397
Website: www.freshstop.co.za
PETROL, Food AND SOFT DRINKS
Shell Ultra City
Description: This station includes a Shop - Select and a Toilet. Food and drinks offerings include Fast Food. This service station has a variety of fuel products including Shell V-Power 95 , Shell V-Power Diesel (50ppm) and Shell Unleaded 93.
Address: 33 N2, Riviersonderend, 7250
Phone: 028 261 1741
Accommodation
Accommodation (B&B & Self-Catering)
LOVELL'S GUEST HOUSE
Description: Historic 1890 homestead offering comfortable bed & breakfast and self-catering cottages with mountain views, pool, and braai facilities.
Address: Riviersonderend, 7250
Phone: 028 261-1048
Mobile: 072 216 5073
Contact: Valerie Lovell
Accommodation (Camping & Cottage)
KHOMEESDRIF CAMPSITE
Description: Campsite on the banks of the Riviersonderend River at the foothills of the Sonderend Mountains, wheelchair-friendly facilities.
Address: Riviersonderend (7km from town)
Website: www.khomeesdrif.co.za
Self-Catering Accommodation
KROMRIVIER FARM ACCOMMODATION
Description: Farm accommodation located at the foot of the Riviersonderend Mountain Range, ideal for adventure seekers, with lake and garden views.
Address: Between Greyton and Riviersonderend
Guest Farm & Self-Catering Accommodation
PLUMTREE FARM
Description: 150-year-old farmstead offering self-catering units on a working oat farm, with a communal swimming pool, braai facilities, and stunning mountain views of the Riviersonderend Mountains.
Facilities: 4 self-catering units, each with private entrance, kitchenette/full kitchen, en-suite bathrooms, communal pool, braai area, secure parking, WiFi.
Activities: Fishing in the river, hiking, cycling, close to Greyton (30km) and nearby hiking trails.
Address: Off the R406, 2km from N2, on the banks of the Sonderend River, Riviersonderend, 7250
Phone: 021 201 8900 / 021 201 8901
Website: Available on SA-Venues.com, LekkeSlaap, TravelGround, Booking.com
VEHICLE SERVICES
Tyre & Auto Services
TYREMART RIVIERSONDEREND
Services: Tyres, batteries, exhausts, shocks, wheel alignment, truck & tractor tyres.
Address: 2 Main Road, Riviersonderend, 7250
Phone: 028 261 1225
Email: manager.rse@snymantyres.co.za
Manager: Chris Möller
Hours: Mon-Fri: 07:30-17:00 | Sat: 08:00-11:30 | Sun: Closed
Sports Facility
Recreation/Sports Facility
RIVIERSONDEREND GOLF CLUB
Description: 9-hole golf course serving the community and visitors, offering outdoor recreation in a rural setting
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Address: Voortrekker Road, Riviersonderend
RESTAURANTS and BAKERIES
Restaurant, Bakery & Deli
The Padloper
Description: Family run coffee shop (seating 25) perfectly situated with a lovely view of the Riviersonderend mountains. Serving coffee, tea, milkshakes, cakes, breakfast, toasted sandwiches and light meals. Also selling locally produced crafts, jams, honey and more.
Address: 20 Main Rd, Riviersonderend, 7250
Phone: 083 387 1977
Website: www.thepadloper.co.za
Restaurant, Bakery & Deli
V N'DESDEN RESTAURANT & BAKERY
Description: A true gem in Riviersonderend offering exceptional pies, cakes, home-cured meats, and local crafts, where you can take your time without long queues to be served delicious food and coffee.
Services: Dine-in and takeaway available
Address: 30 Main Road, Riviersonderend, 7250
Phone: 028 261 1255
Email: vndesden@gmail.com
Bakery, Café & Farmstall
OU MEUL BAKKERY & CAFÉ
Description: Famous bakery serving family-friendly breakfast and lunch options, large play areas, and delicious baked goods. Delicate pastry pies that taste a little bit like heaven, handmade breads including sourdough, ciabatta, and rye, plus Bootlegger Coffee.
Menu: Pies, pastries, breakfast, lunch, burgers, coffee, artisanal breads, cakes, local cheeses, jams, and honey
Address: 27 Main Road, Riviersonderend, 7250
Website: www.oumeul.co.za
FAST FOOD AND DINER
Steers Shell Diner
Address: 33 Main Road, N2 Riviersonderend, 7250
Phone: 063 117 7247
Website: www.steers.co.za
healthcare providers
General Practitioner (Medical Practice)
DR PHILIPPE DU PREEZ & DR HANNA DU PREEZ
Address: 17 Main Road, Riviersonderend, 7250
Phone: 028 261 1356
Email: drdupreezpraktyk@gmail.com
Practice Name: Dr Du Preez Praktyk
Practitioners: Dr Philippe Du Preez & Dr Johanna Gertruida (Hanna) Du Preez
RETAIL Pharmacy
Stipp Pharmacy
Address: 36 Main Rd, Riviersonderend, 7250
Phone: 028 261 1205
FARMING AND HARDWARE
Hardware & Furniture
Kleinberg Hardware
Description: All around hardware store in Riviersonderend.
Address: 3 Voortrekker St, Riviersonderend, 7250
Phone: 028 261 1232
agricultural company
Overberg Agri
Description: Overberg Agri Riviersonderend is part of a long-standing agricultural company that is the number one choice with farmers, building contractors.
Address: 44 Main Rd, Riviersonderend, 7250
Phone: 028 261 1332
PARTY AND ART SHOPS
Stationery and Art Supplies Shop
IETSIES STATIONERY SHOP
Description: Art supplies, paint, canvases, cards for special occasions, printed mugs, school stationery and paper.
Address: Just next to U Save by the garage with all the geese.
Party organiserS & party supplies
BUBBLES AND BALLOONS
Description: Party organisers, party supplies, special occasions and printed mugs and t-shirts.
Address: 15 Main Rd, Riviersonderend, 7250
Email: bubbellsandballoons@gmail.com
Municipal Services
Government/Municipal Services
THEEWATERSKLOOF MUNICIPALITY
Description: Local municipal office providing government services to residents.
Address: 28 Buitekant Street, Riviersonderend, 7250
Phone: 028 261 1360
State police in Riviersonderend
SAPS Police Station
Description: The Riviersonderend South African Police Service (SAPS) station is located at 1B Main Road, Riviersonderend, directly opposite the Caltex Garage. The station is open 24/7.
Phone: 028 261 8040
Address: 1 Main Rd, Riviersonderend, 7250
RIVIERSONDEREND BASED SUPPLIERS
INDEPENDENT SERVICE PROVIDERS
COMPUTERS
IT SERVICES, COMPUTER HARDWARE and graphic design
CAMERON CHASE
Services: Custom PC builds, hardware upgrades and operating system setup (Windows & Linux). Professional graphic design services and website development.
Phone: 071 335 3192
Email: cameron@lifeinbalance.co.za
ART FRAMING
PORTMENTO FRAMING
JOHAN 'Toekie' SWART
Services: Professional art framing, design services and fine woodworking.
Phone: 082 347 3177
PLUMBING
PLUMBING SERVICES
MURRAY MCLEOD
Services: Professional plumbing services and installations.
Phone: 083 663 3398
BUILDERS/CONTRACTORS
HOUSE BUILDING AND RENOVATION
EDDIE
Services: Building, painting, renovations, woodworking, roofing and walling.
Phone: 076 372 2142
WOODWORKING
GENERAL WOODWORKING SERVICES
MARK WILLIAMS
Services: Expert woodworking services. Flooring and wood related installations.
Phone: 076 163 8589
Flower Valley Conservation Trust
Flower Valley coordinates the ABI across the Overberg, implements the ABI Alien Clearing Project
ABI is a landscape initiative bringing together private landowners, farmers, government departments, and conservation organisations to work collaboratively to secure a healthy natural environment across the Overberg.
