Welcome to Goedverwacht
Our ‘living museum’ village is a tiny hamlet at the foot of the Piketberg, easily reached from Cape Town.
Join us in Goedverwacht – We offer an interactive-active, participatory tourism experience, events and activities for the whole family and great fresh produce.
Snoek en Patat Junction
This is your first stop when you get to Goedverwacht. Find out what’s on, book a guided activity or hike or simply enjoy a meal.
Find local art, fresh produce and products or book your event, big or small, at The Junction.
Accommodation and Tours
Experience local life in one of the award-winning home-stays that include dinner and breakfast, book in to a self catering cottage or camp.
Once you´re settled in, discover your surroundings. Greet the neighbourhood, hear local stories and interact.
Goedverwacht Cobblers
Be a legend, walk in original ”Cobblers”. Order custom-fitted, hand-made, leather sandals, shoes and boots, for long lasting comfort.
We produce many styles of footwear, sandals, shoes and boots.
1893 Watermeul
Commissioned in 1893 and brought back into action in 2021, the mill is producing stone-ground flour again for the first time since 1945.
The only commercially active watermill in South Africa. Flour available for purchase.
Watermeul Museum
In 1997 the community rallied around the building and fixed the doors, windows and donated artefacts to fill the museum which opened in December 1999.
Visit the lovingly curated museum and step back into yesteryear.
Goedverwacht Business Directory (Coming Soon)
Fresh produce, construction services, beauty salon, preserves and jams, unique artwork, extra lessons, home care, garden service, clothing and more.
Find it in the Goedverwacht Business Directory.
Upcoming Events
Monthly organic market on the first Saturday of each month, live music, community and cultural events and the internationally famous Snoek en Patat Festival.
Check back often to stay up to date with the latest events happening in the Village!
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