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Cape Point lies about 2.3 kilometres (1.4 mi) east and a little north of the Cape of Good Hope at the tip of Cape Town's Cape Peninsula. Although these two rocky and beautiful capes are very well-known, neither cape is actually the southernmost point in Africa. (The southern most point in Africa is Cape Agulhas, approximately 150 kilometres (90 mi) to the south-east.)

The peak above Cape Point is a little higher than that above the Cape of Good Hope. The rugged sandstone (Table Mountain sandstone) ridge that rises from Cape Point at sea level develops into two peaks. There is a major peak that dominates the skyline locally but there is also a smaller peak about 100 m further south. The higher peak has the old lighthouse on the top. The Flying Dutchman Funicular runs from a car park to the north up to slightly below the level of the old lighthouse and a short flight of steps leads to a viewing platform at the base of the lighthouse. From the end of the railway a second path leads to the lower peak.

The new lighthouse is at a lower elevation (closer to sea level), for two reasons: the old lighthouse could be seen 'too early' by ships rounding the point towards the east, causing them to approach too closely. Secondly, foggy conditions often prevail at the higher levels, making the older lighthouse invisible to shipping.

 


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  • Two Oceans Restaurant

    Located in Cape Point, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

    Two Oceans Restaurant is uniquely positioned overlooking False Bay , at the most southwestern tip of Africa. Enjoy these spectacular views, while sampling delights freshly harvested from the ocean. This restaurant prides itself on its seafood, but also se...

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  • The Chacma Trail

    Located in Cape Point, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

    The Chacma Trail

    Prepare yourself for a breathtaking encounter with Cape Town's natural splendour including historic Simon's Town, the African Penguin, Cape Point, the Chacma baboon troops and Southern Right Whales in spring. The Chacma trail is a 31km guided nature trai...

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  • Cape of Good Hope

    Located in Cape Point, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

    Cape of Good Hope

    One Point, a million points of view. From its rugged, rocky outcrops and sheer cliffs to the fynbos covered plains, Cape Point hold much more in store for visitors to those shores. A full day discovery will reward you with spectacular views, fine food, ...

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  • Cape Point Ostrich Farm

    Located in Cape Point, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

    Cape Point Ostrich Farm

    The "Cape Point Ostrich Farm" is a productive breeding farm. A family-run business which in it's existing form, was acknowledged in 1996. The 65 ha farm is owned and supervised by Angelika and Dr. Ernst Coelle. Being a breeding farm, everything is done t...

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