In 1488, the Portuguese Bartholomeus Diaz sailed to the southern tip of the African continent, and in 1497, Vasco da Gama sailed past it on his trip to India. However, it was only António de Saldanha who, in 1503, took anchor in the bay. A strong trade relationship developed between Europe and the Far East. However, the ships went to India for four to six months, and many of the seafarers suffered scurvy and other often fatal deprivation, because they lost the fresh food on their long voyage. Halfway between Europe and India, the Cape of Good Hope was ideally suited as a base station. In 1653 Jan van Rieebeck was sent on behalf of the Dutch East India Company and founded Cape Town as the first city in the later South Africa. One of the few remains of the early Cape Town is the Fort near Adderley Street (Castle of Good Hope). Over time, Cape Town became an important trading point and a starting point for the "Vortrekkers", the settlers who moved inland to explore and settle the rest of the country. Cape Town is therefore not wrongly called "Mother City".

Cape Town hosted the 2010 World Cup

By plane

The Cape Town International Airport (IATA code: CPT, ICAO code: FACT) is the second largest airport in South Africa and one of the most important on the continent. Nearly 8,000,000 passengers land each year on one of the two routes and the two terminals (international and domestic) provide a clear division of passenger routes. Almost all domestic airports, major cities in neighboring countries and some destinations in Europe, Asia and America are served directly.

The airport is not very nice but it is functional. In recent years, it has been massively expanded and has lost a lot of its charm. The refurbishments were completed shortly before the 2010 World Cup. The main road is now dominated by the huge car parks, which are located on the left and right of the Transport Plaza and provide more than 5800 parking spaces. In the central area of the Transport Plaza, there is also the center-located departure area. When you enter the terminal, the gates are on the left for all international departures, and on the right the gates are to the domestic destinations. The areas of arrival are located at the respective external edge of the terminals.

The airport is about 12 miles from the city center. The journey via the national road N2 takes about 30 minutes. At the moment there is no connection to the railway network and you can therefore only reach the airport by bus or car. At the airport, there are some car rental stations in the arrivals area, where there are also shuttle services to the city. There are also plenty of taxis in front of the terminal. However, you should be careful to use an official taxi - only Touch Down Taxis is allowed to drive around the airport. This may be a little more expensive at first, but it is definitely more reliable. For private taxis, you have to expect unnecessary detours to drive up the price.

The international route to London Heathrow is particularly important, but Frankfurt and Amsterdam are also connected daily to Cape Town. Most of the best routes are with South African Airways and Lufthansa, both of which are organized in the Star Alliance airline alliance and offer the most flights between Europe and South Africa (partly via Johannesburg). However, the best prices can often be obtained with one of the airlines from the "Gulf", which takes a long journey. Here is an overview of all airlines flying from outside Africa to the Cape.

Within Southern Africa, a number of airlines fly to and from Cape Town. The most popular route is to Johannesburg, followed by the route to Durban. Kulula and Mango are the local low-cost airlines, but they all have a very good safety record.

by train

The South African rail network is not comparable to Europe. Nevertheless, the railway company Shosholoza Meyl offers various services to Cape Town. You can reach Johannesburg and Durban by train in Cape Town. Because of the length of the lines, these are trains that usually run for more than a day. The trains therefore have different categories of loungers and a bistro car. If you choose the noble variant of the railway transport, you can use the famous Blue Train. The modern trains connect Tshwane (Pretoria) and Johannesburg with Cape Town. This formerly the most important link between South Africa's political and economic centers today is largely based on tourism. Unfortunately, the price/performance ratio is not correct for this connection, and the most beautiful sections are covered at night. As an alternative to the Blue Train, the lovers of the railway can take the steam trains from Rovos Rail to Cape Town. Partial sections are operated by steam locomotives. The sleeping cars are old cars that have been lovingly restored. The charm of these trains is undeniable and there are several stops along the way, for example in Kimberley near the Big Hole and in Matjesfontein. Cape Town's suburbs are within easy reach of the city's city center. They are cheap and relatively fast. But please don't save at the wrong end. The third class ticket should be forbidden. For visitors who do not look like South African and are immediately recognized as tourists, this may involve the loss of money and valuables.

By bus

All major international bus companies operate to Cape Town. Traveling to and from Cape Town is so easy to do. The main and largest companies are Greyhound Cityliner, Translux Intercity and Mainliner Intercape. Detailed information can be found on the websites of the companies. Cape Town's national bus station is next to the train station on Adderley Street. Cape Town is also served by BazBus. This is a bus company that is especially geared towards the needs of backpackers. The local bus network of Golden Arrow is not very well developed and unreliable. To get to the suburbs, you should take the suburbs of Metrorail, the taxi or the car rental. The MyCity Bus is a safe option for getting around Cape Town. There is a regular bus schedule with scheduled start and departure times, but you first have to buy a MyCity bus ticket.

On the street

• The N1 passes through the Karoo to Bloemfontein, Johannesburg and Tshwane (Pretoria) and from there to Harare in Zimbabwe. The Cape Town-Johannesburg route will take South Africans in about 24 hours. However, this is not recommended. Fatigue on a fairly monotonous route causes serious accidents. Every year, the accident statistics for Christmas prove this. Many would like to spend the Christmas holidays on the Cape and take a car in Jo'burg to get the route to Cape Town as soon as possible. This lawn is paid with death every year. If you want to get over this route quickly, you should use the plane. If you are a lover of the railways, you can choose from a variety of different connections. If you want to use your car, don't miss the sights along the route. Some jewels can be found there. For example the small town of Matjesfontein or Prince Albert or the Karoo National Park in Beaufort West. In any case, you should plan an overnight stay, for example in Kimberley or Bloemfontein.
• The N2 leads along the coast to George, Port Elizabeth and Durban. You pass through the granary around Caledon and follow the Garden Route and the Tsitsikamma National Park.
• The N7 connects Cape Town with the West Coast and is the direct link to Namibia. The route touches places such as Malmesbury, Citrusdal, Clanwilliam and Springbok. On the Orange River, the border to Namibia is reached. From the border continue via Keetmanshoop to Windhoek. The route to Windhoek can be reached in two days without having to rush too much.

By ship

Cape Town can also be reached by boat. Regular traffic is currently only maintained by the Royal Mail Ship St. Helena. RMS St. Helena runs from Portland (UK) to Cape Town up to twice a year. Tenerife, St. Helena, Ascension, Walvis Bay and Lüderitz are all on the way.

More frequent departures are offered by cargo ships. Depending on the route, they take some ports in Europe and then take a direct route to Cape Town. For example, the German Africa Line is the provider of such a trip. She works with the South African Safemarine.

If you prefer one of the luxury cruise ships, you can also choose from a wide range of options. Almost all the world-wide cruise companies travel to South Africa and Cape Town. For example, the Europe of Hapag Lloyd and the Queen Elizabeth 2 of the British Cunard Line have been more frequent guests in Cape Town. The -33.910649 18.4255551Cruise Terminal is just a few minutes away from V&A Waterfront.

A trip to the travel agency will help you choose the right boat trip. However, it is important to bear in mind that a boat trip takes a reasonable amount of time. The average journey time is at least 14 days. On a freighter, that means you can bring a lot of reading material. There is no entertainment program on board these vessels. However, the very close experience of a visit to Equatorial remains an experience that will never be forgotten.

MiniCabs are a nice, cheap but not always dangerous option. They are notoriously crowded and still never full. However, it also allows you to start nice conversations and meet people. In Cape Town it is generally not recommended (tourists) to use the minibuses after dusk, as there is an increased risk of being robbed.

The safest are official taxis. The price of kilometers is only about 10 edges. The city center is also easily explored by foot - which is true again during the day and at night only in the lively pubs and tourist areas.

The taxi service from "Uber" or "Taxify" is the most recommended and reasonably priced. Especially at night it is the best option.

If you want to be independent, you should book a rental car in your home country. This way you can move around freely and take excursions to the surrounding area. The internationally renowned car rental companies are also present in Cape Town. There are also local, small owners of cars that are older but well maintained. An example of well-maintained, low-cost car rental is "Penny KS" (translated in approximately "cheap kilometers"). If you like it even more adventurous (just for a few months), rent a beetle ("beetle"), which was also built by VW in South Africa and are still often found in the townscape.

Please note! Petrol stations rarely accept credit cards. Almost always you have to pay in cash or with a fuel card. Some car rental companies in their home country have a fuel card automatically included in the package. The fuel is then billed with the car rental company in South Africa. In Cape Town, for example, the Caltex petrol station near the Audi Center on the Waterfront (Coen Steytler Avenue) accepts credit cards; For the sake of security, we should ask again here.

Note: In South Africa there is no self service at service stations! You drive up to the column and wait for an employee to get to the driver's window. He asks about the type of syringe (usual answer: "Ninety-five, unleaded" or "Ninety-five, leaded", i.e. "Super Unbleit" or "Super Verbleit" - the "95" means the octane number), then either for how much you want to recharge ("for 100 rand") or for full, please. After that, it is usually asked whether the oil and cooling water should be checked ("Check oil and water"), which can usually be denied. It is almost impossible to prevent the almost obligatory cleaning of the windows by a second employee and often also the inspection of the air pressure by a third party. These (albeit unsolicited) services should be paid directly for the employees with about 2 border extra cash.

• -33.921931 18.419798 2Hop on - Hop off Bus, Ticket Office: 81 Long Street. Tel: +27 (0)21 511 6000. City Tour red line, Downtown Tour yellow line, Mini Peninsular Tour blue line price 1 day 220 ZAR last change: Jan 2019

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View of the center of Cape Town from the signal Hill. To the left is the V&A Waterfront, to the right is Tafelberg.

churches

• -33.924845 18.4193731 St. George`s Cathedral. Tel: +27 21 424 7360. last amendment: no

structures

Cape Town City Hall

• -33.930588 18.4137452 Bertram`s House. permanently closed last amendment: no

• -33,92540318,423733 City Hall last amendment: no

• -33,92590818,4277254 Castle of Good Hope       last amendment: no

• -33.92097618,4213135 Koopmans de Wet House last amendment: no

• -33.924516 18.420843 6 Groote Kerk, 43 Adderley St. Tel.: +27 21 422 0569. last amendment: no

• -33,92685618,4190227 Parliament last amendment: no

• -33,92313918/4198618 Old Town House last amendment: no

monument

museums

The colorful houses in the Bo-Kaap.

• -33,92898418,4171749National Gallery (South African National Gallery) last change: no

• -33,92532218,41875310 SA Museum Library last amendment: no

• cultural museum last amendment: no

• -33,927718,423711 District Six Museum, 25A Buitenkamp Street. Tel: +27 (0) 21 466 7200.       . Date for tours book online Opened: Mon-Sat 9:00-16:00. last amendment: no

• -33,92155418,41498112 Bo-Kaap Museum last amendment: no
• -33.908333333333318,42277777777813 Zeitz Museum of Cintemporary Art Africa (Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa, MOCAA), V&A Waterfront, Silo District, S Arm Road, Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa. E-mail: [email protected].             . The museum opened in 2017 in a former cereal store. last amendment: Apr. 2019

streets and squares

• Adderley Street. shopping street, links the station to the parliament. last amendment: no Type is group

• St Georges Mall last amendment: no

• -33,922792Oct. 18, 2028414 Green Market Square last amendment: no

• Grand Parade last amendment: no Type is group

• Long Street last amendment: no Type is group

park

• -33.92737318.416533 15 Company`s Garden. The green lungs of the city center. The oldest park in the city was formerly the vegetable garden of the Dutch East India Company and was transformed into a park in the mid-19th century. The oasis is ideal for relaxing during a city tour. There are many historic buildings around the park, some museums, archives and the Parliament. last amendment: no

• -33,98944418,43027816 Kirstenbosch.       . The botanical garden is located on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain and houses over 6,000 different plant species, many of which are endemic. last amendment: no

miscellaneous

African musicians at the V&A Waterfront

• -33,903118,4211 Victoria & Alfred Waterfront.       . - The Waterfront is one of Cape Town's entertainment districts. From the old harbor facilities a small entertainment town was built in 1988. In addition to shopping malls, there are many restaurants, cinemas, theaters, bars and pubs, tourist information and hotels. Small boats allow you to take a harbor tour. The Two Oceans Aquarium is located here and offers an insight into the marine fauna and flora of the Cape. Just next to the Waterfront is one of South Africa's largest seaports. The docks also have yards, a fishing port and a busy activity. Recently, a large number of hotels and apartments have been built in the area of the Waterfront. last amendment: no Type is group

Above the V&A Waterfront stands the -33.905468 18.418894 17Time Ball Tower, built in 1894 next to the harbor captain's residence. His red ball on the top of the tower fell every day at 12 o'clock.

• -33.95889 18.405562 Tafelberg type is a group name - The Tafelberg is the symbol of the city. You can hike up or take a cable car.

V&A Waterfront

• -33,93472222222218,3891666666673 Lion’s Head       Type is group
• -33.917777777777818,40277777777784 signal Hill       Type is group name - from here you can have a wonderful view of the city and the Table bay, as well as the Table Mountain. Signal Hill is located above the Green Point district. Popular place for the sundowner with picnic. Early arrival is recommended because of the lack of parking. Since 1806, two cannons are fired here every day at 12 p.m. (Noon gun) and serve as a time signal.
• -33,80673418,36622218 Robben Island         Type is a group name - the former prison island in the bay off Cape Town. Here, Nelson Mandela and other ANC fighters were imprisoned before the end of apartheid. Today, the equipment is only for information. On the Waterfront you will find the departure station, just next to the Klockenturm, from where you can go by boat to the island. Here is a small tour and a guided tour, mostly with former prisoners. The island was also a military base and camp for outsiders like leprosy. There are no seals, however.
• -33.90805555555618,417666666666719 two oceans aquarium         Type is group name - the aquarium is also located on the waterfront and offers a good insight into the world of fish in the oceans off South Africa. There is a possibility for children to touch and touch live starfish and crabs on a "learning table" in the water. In addition, there is a huge pool of sharks and other deep-sea fish that can be admired behind glass on several floors.
• -33,9523818,45900520 Rhodes Memorial      
• -33.897501 18.5075645 Ratanga Junction, amusement park

Time Ball Tower

You can do wonderful excursions in and around Cape Town. But the city and the surrounding mountains also have something to offer!

hiking

• A hike to the Tafelberg mountain is particularly popular with visitors and locals (alternatively also descending). Although it is very strenuous and not recommended during the lunch season, especially during the summer months, the view is spectacular. We leave the car park of the cable car station (signpost "Cable Car"). You should spend at least three hours climbing and if possible not go alone. Every year, tourists crash at the wrong time of the day (midday heat) or during bad weather conditions. Due to the sometimes strong winds, helicopter rescue cannot be possible. But if you take enough water with you and don't overload yourself, you can experience a wonderful hike through the vegetation. Several vendors (e.g. Abseil Africa) also offer guided walks.
• If you like it a bit more cozy, you can walk up and around the signal Hill.
• The most popular hike among the capitals is the Lions Head. The special thing is that you can walk around the mountain, which offers a 360° view of the most famous sights of Cape Town. From here you can admire the Table Mountain, the city center, the signal Hill, Robben Island, the Waterfront and the mountain chain 12 apostles with Camps Bay. The "Full Moon" hikes or sunset/ascent hikes are particularly popular. To get to the starting point, go to the "Kloof Nek" and then take the road towards Signal Hill - the Lions Head is in front of the signal Hill. The walk to Lions Head takes about 1.5 hours, with sporting people taking 1 hour. It is advisable to bring a shoe with you, as the last piece goes up a bit steeper over a ladder. In addition, for safety reasons, it is recommended to take the hikes in a group.

rope

Abseiling takes place almost daily in summer near the mountain station of the Tafelbergbahn. This is one of the longest and highest routes in the world and is commercially available for ropes. A well-known supplier is Abseil Africa.

diving

Cape Town is located on two oceans, the Atlantic and the Indian Ocean. The Atlantic Ocean is very cold (about 10°C), with cold water corals and kelp forests where seals are found. The Indian Ocean is a little warmer, so you can see the colder fish here.

In Cape Town itself -33.90805555555618,417666666666721 two oceans aquarium         where it is also possible to dive. There is also the possibility of cage diving with sharks.

Links to diving centers:

• Sub-Atlandian Diving: Gerrit Conradie. Diving school in Stellbosch. last amendment: no

• White shark - cage diving. Dive in a cage off the coast of Gaansbai to be close to the large white. Participants will be picked up in Cape Town and will receive breakfast before the boat sails off the coast. last amendment: no

• Shark & Safari Tours. Tel: +27214184873, e-mail: [email protected]. White shark - tours and more in the vicinity of Cape Town. last amendment: no

• Cape Town diving.com. The only German diving operator in Cape Town and its surroundings. Diving safaris, daytrips, excursions, diving courses according to European standards and with German guides and instructors. last amendment: no

other

• City sightseeing trips on the double decker bus. Hop On - Hop Off is available in various variants. A tour also stops at the bottom station of the Tafelberg cable car. last amendment: no Type is group

Regular events

• Cape Town Jazz Festival. End of March. last amendment: no

Arts at V&A Waterfront

• Waterfront. The famous Victoria & Alfred Waterfront offers a lot of shops with all everyday goods, luxury items and souvenirs. last amendment: no

• Canal Walk (Ratanga Mall). One of the biggest malls in Cape Town, which focuses on buyers. It is located directly on the national road N1, north of the city center. last amendment: no

• Green Market Square. Here you will find souvenirs and souvenirs. Very wide choice and wide range, with better prices than on the waterfront. Action is expressly permitted and you should not accept the first price - a reduction of 1/3 is definitely possible and necessary, otherwise you will break the prices. last amendment: no

• Long Street last amendment: no

The V&A Foodmarket

A small tip for breakfast or lunch: In Blaauwberg there is a small cafe called Cafe Blouwberg. The tables are particularly nice either by the window or on the terrace when the weather is good. You have a beautiful view over the Table Mountain Bay of Cape Town. Good location and huge portions.

favorable

• Eastern Food Bazaar, 96 Longmarket Street, Cape Town. Tel: +27 (0)21 - 461 2458. Opened: daily from 11:00 to 22:00. Price: about 20 - 30 borders. last amendment: no

means

• Mama Africa, 178 Long Street, 8001 Cape Town. Tel: +27 (0)21 - 424 8634, Fax: +27 (0)21 - 426 9459, e-mail: [email protected]. Opened: Tuesday - Friday: 12:00 - 16:00; Monday - Saturday: 7:00 PM - midnight. Price: Food and drink about 180 rand. Accepted payment methods: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club. last amendment: no indication.
• Pearl last amendment: no

walking

• Tantris (Gardens). last amendment: no
• Buit Verwaxing (Constantia). last amendment: no
• Blue Danube last amendment: no
• Quay Four last amendment: no
• Cape Grace last amendment: no

wine

• Groot Constantia last amendment: no indication.
• Small Constantia last amendment: no indication.
• Buitenwachting, Small Constantia Road (Constantia). Tel: (0)21 794-5190, Fax: (0)21 794-1351. Buiten Blanc, Christine, Cabernet Sauvignon. last amendment: no

• Long Street last amendment: no Type is group

• Sea Point last amendment: no Type is group

• observatory last amendment: no Type is group

• Waterfront. Victoria & Alfred Waterfront is the city's largest entertainment district. There are countless shops, restaurants, bars and pubs. last amendment: no Type is group

• Observatory. Observatory is part of the Southern Suburbs. Since the UCT is around the corner, many students and backpackers live in the student residences. Main Street has many pool bars and restaurants. There is something for everyone and you can talk to the young people about a game of pool. last amendment: no Type is group

• Cool Runnings. Cool Runnings is a beach bar where you can enjoy the evening. last amendment: no

A good "atlas" of accommodations across the country is offered by the three-volume, free-of-charge series of so-called "portfolio" books, which are also available online. They are divided into "simple" ("the bed and breakfasts"), "medium" ("guest houses") and "luxury" ("game lodges"), although even the "simple" B&B are usually very luxurious and should not be confused with a German hotel of a cheap chain. The "portfolio" is a good way to travel; you can estimate at about noon where you will be around in the evening and make a phone call about which accommodation is still available (for example on the Garden Trail if you want to take your time). Note: This approach is not recommended during the high season, so you should book here what is already going on in Germany with the help of the website.

favorable

View of Tafelberg

• Cactusberry Lodge, located 200 meters from Gardens Shopping Center, 10 minutes walk to Green Market Square. Comfortable double bedroom with shower/WC. Price: From R 450 per room and night. last amendment: no

• -33.922637 18.41938 1Tudor Hotel, in the center of Cape Town, directly on the famous Greenmarket Square. All attractions (Waterfront, inner city, Cape Peninsula) are within easy reach. The rooms are well equipped. last amendment: no

• The Lenox German Guest House, located in the center of Cape Town below the Table Mountain on Mill Street. About 500 m to the center and about one kilometer to the waterfront. The rooms have only a sink and a floor shower, but they are clean. last amendment: no

• Nine Flowers Guest House, in the historic center of Cape Town. The room was clean and comfortable. The staff were very helpful and friendly. And very helpful owners. It's highly recommended. last amendment: no

• -33.90771718.4091012 Never@home. The hotel was very clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable. The staff were very friendly and helpful. last amendment: no
• -33.932364 18.4156253 Dunkley House, 3B Gordon Street, Gardens, Cape Town. Tel: +27 (0)21 462 7650. last amendment: Apr. 2019

means

• Sunset Lodge. The Sunset Lodge is located in the suburb of Bloubergstrand, famous for its white beaches and world-famous view of the Table Mountain. The lodge is located in one of the quieter areas, facing the sea. The luxuriously equipped rooms are very good value for money and the lodge has already received many very good qualifications. last amendment: no

• Secret Garden Guesthouse. The Secret Garden Guesthouse is located in the immediate neighborhood (two houses next door) and has five luxurious four-star apartments. Apartment for two persons from 49 Euro per night with two persons. last amendment: no

• Cape Town Ritz Hotel, Cnr Main & Camberwell Roads, Sea Point, Cape Town (located in the district of Sea Point near the football stadium). Tel: +27.21.439.6010, e-mail: [email protected]. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable. On the 22nd floor there is a revolving restaurant, which rotates once in an hour, good views, reservation is required. last amendment: no

• Grapevine cottage jodhpurs. Another insider tip is the Durbanville Wine Route in the north of Cape Town, where you will find the [Grapevine Cottage Guesdhpurs]. Breakfast with a view of the vineyard, relaxing by the pool, and dinner in one of the nearby vineyards - Cape Town cannot be much more beautiful. A room with breakfast is available from R 300 per person and an apartment for 4 persons is available from R 600 onwards. last amendment: no

walking

One of the top addresses in Cape Town is certainly the time-honored Hotel Mount Nelson. If you can't afford to stay here, don't miss the tea by. The charm of the British colonial empire can be breathed here. In addition, you should not forget the ***** hotels on the Waterfront. These include Table Bay and Cape Grace. The Arabella Sheraton, the Holiday Inn Waterfront and The Cullinan have recently been built in front of the Waterfront gates.

• -33.94656 18.4140414 MannaBay, 8 Bridle Rd, Oranjezicht, Cape Town, 8001,. Tel: +27 21 461 1094, e-mail: [email protected]. This boutique hotel is located in the heart of Cape Town, on the last street in front of the Table Mountain, with beautiful views of the city. MannaBay offers 8 exclusive suites with contemporary comfort. The most impressive is the French-inspired Versailles suite with a private balcony. MannaBay has a swimming pool, a spa and a gym. The suites cost between 7,000R and 9,900R for two people. The price includes breakfast, drinks, afternoon tea, 24-hour butler service, transfer to dinner and airport transfer. last amendment: no
• Villa Atlantica. pure luxury. It offers absolute luxury apartments in Cape Town's most prestigious suburb of Camps Bay, right on the Atlantic Ocean and overlooking the famous "Twelve Apostles". Rooms are available from R 400 in low season and R 900 in high season. Prices for apartments start at R 2200. However, you should book more beforehand as they are often full. last amendment: no

• -33.931962 18.411685 Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel. Tel: +27 21 483 1000. Exclusive 5-star hotel last change: Apr. 2019

To work in South Africa, you have to meet a few conditions. A work permit is required. The best way to address this is to contact the South African embassy in the home country. If you are interested in studying in South Africa, you should check out the possibilities offered here at your university or directly at the DAAD. The embassy will then also be contacted to obtain a residence and work permit. There are also student exchange programs.

Cape Town is in an emerging country. This should not be forgotten when considering the security situation. However, this is being overdramatically highlighted in the European media and is therefore not in line with reality. But of course, Cape Town also has townships that are not harmless. If you want to get an insight into the life of a township, you can do so on guided tours.

As in all cities in the world, there is petty crime in Cape Town. Please don't display the expensive video equipment and all the family decorations. It is not obvious whether it is a fashion jewelry or something valuable. For this reason, it is as simple and unspectacular as possible to avoid being recognized as a tourist as soon as possible. After office hours and on Sundays, you should not walk in the city center or walk through parks. It is best to take a taxi for short trips. However, there are exceptions to this, such as the entertainment areas on Longstreet, Seapoint, Waterfront or Observatory. You can find further security information on the website of the Foreign Office.

Great care is also taken at night on Longstreet. There is no risk of being the victim of a violent crime. However, there are a lot of pickpockets on the way, which (pr.o. if you're very drunk!) you can clean your pockets quickly. The risk continues to rise, the later, or sooner in the morning. The best way to party on Longstreet is to bring money (no phones or credit cards).

In general, this topic is subject to a visit to the family doctor before the start of the trip. Only a doctor may give appropriate medical information.

Cape Town and the Western Cape Province are malaria-free. All the means to do so must be at home. Vaccines are not required.

If you need a doctor in Cape Town, you can contact Dr. Pieper. Dr. Pieper speaks German and has his practice very centrally on Kloofnek Road.

The health care in South Africa is excellent and the hospitals in Cape Town are very well equipped. It should never be forgotten that the first heart transplant was carried out in Cape Town. But there is a big difference between private and government hospitals. To get a German standard, you should definitely go to a non-state hospital.

There are also many small private clinics for cosmetic surgery. There is currently a big trend towards medical tourism in South Africa.

The people in Cape Town and the surrounding area are very friendly and helpful. It is also more common than you think someone who speaks a little German. You can always orientate yourself at the Tafelberg mountain in the center. The actual town is relatively small and manageable. It's only when you want to go to the many suburbs that it gets more complicated. Please don't drive into all suburbs unprepared. Unfortunately, there are areas where a tourist should not stay. By the way, there's Miami and New York, so it's not a South Africa-specific problem. It is best to ask the hotel staff or other locals. Practitioners of the globe often recognize where they can move and where they can't without this information. A trip to Cape Town will certainly offer something Africa combined with something Europe. To start a trip to Africa is a must. If you don't trust yourself, you can book guided tours.

It is difficult to find a post office in Cape Town, as they are often located in hidden places. However, if you are near a major square or a shopping center, you can expect a post office to be nearby. It is worth noting that the post offices in South Africa open late and close early!

In the city center and the surrounding area, you can enjoy English as a tourist. Even if many Cape Towers speak as Africa's or Xhosa's mother tongue, English is the language that binds everyone. Of course, if you can get a few more pieces of the other language, that's always nice. Certainly, the petrol station attendant (a black man in 99.99%) is happy about a friendly Mola ("Hello") if you want to use his services. In general, the people of Cape Town are very polite and friendly.

Since a steady stream of German immigrants has flooded into the Cape region since the last centuries, it is not uncommon to encounter German-speaking people, even if the least one expects. However, it is in the tourist industry that Germans run a guesthouse or a souvenir shop abound. In addition, many white German ancestors or know a German in the neighborhood. In some schools German courses are also offered.

peninsula

Day trips:

• to the cape peninsula (Cape Pensinsula), through Hout Bay and over Chapman's Peak Drive to visit the Cape of Good Hope
• A day on the beach of Boulder's Beach (with penguins!) close to Simon's Town, Muizenberg, Blouberg (magnificent Table Mountain Panorama) or the beach
• Guided tours in the townships of Cape Town, e.g. Langa, Khayelitsha, Gugulethu or Nyanga.
• Cape Winelands - Wine-growing areas around Durbanville, ?? ?? ??????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????
• West Coast National Park is located about 120 km north of Cape Town. It is well known for its flowering after the winter rains. Then true flowerbeds lay over the land. But it is also worth visiting the rest of the year. You can swim in the Langebaan Lagoon or take long hours of hikes on almost unspoiled beaches. There are also many turtles and numerous bird species.

Cape Town as the starting/ending point for long journeys:

From Cape Town there are many paths leading to the world. If you are in South Africa for a short time, you may be flying from here to Durban or to the Kruger National Park. By car, you can continue to Namibia along the west coast, explore the interior of the country through the Karoo or drive along the south coast to the southernmost point of Africa and the Garden Route. If you are the last to visit Cape Town on your trip through southern Africa, you will hopefully be able to catch the plane with great memories and look forward to your next trip to Africa.