Attractions and Activities

Historical Background

Greyton is close to the oldest mission station in South Africa. It was founded in 1738 by the Moravian Church, called Genadendal (which means the village of grace), which boasts great historical buildings and is definitely worth a visit.

Trails and Walks

The Greyton Conservation Society has introduced and marked walking parks for the not so fit, and hiking trails for the more energetic, within the manage reserve of Greyton. Some spectacular views can be enjoyed: the bird life changes from mountain habits to rivers surroundings, and the garden lakes openness of the village and the fibs produces magnificent flowers at all times of the year at different altitudes.

Bird watching

There are exceptional birding opportunities in Greyton, especially the endangered Blue Crane.

Art scapes

Greyton has attracted a number of leading artists who are residents in the village and open their galleries to display their creative works.

Festivals

Greyton is renowned for a number of specials gathering including the Winter and Rose Festivals. This is an opportunity for visitors to mingle with the Greyton residents.

Saturday Morning Market

Every Saturday at 10h00am, Greyton is proud to present its wares at a morning market on the village green.

This is a special change to browse and acquire some delectable homemade produces as well as arts and crafts.

Dining out

Most of Greyton’s accommodation is self-catering, therefore there are a number of quaint restaurants and café’s to meet your culinary tastes.

Services and places of interest around Greyton:

• Auto banks only (all major banks are in Caledon)

• Supermarkets

• Coffee Shops

• Butchery

• Bottle store

• Post Office

• Greengrocer

• Bakery

• Famous Belgium chocolate factory

• Local Vineyard

• Caravan Park

• Hot Springs and Casino in Caledon (Caledon casino & spa)

• Horse riding and Pony rides

• Hermanus – Whale watching

• Emergencies service may be reached on 10111.