Paternoster
South Africa · Western CapeZA
Place in Western Cape, South Africa
Paternoster is one of the oldest fishing villages on the West Coast of South Africa. It is situated 15 km north-west of Vredenburg and 145 km north of Cape Town, at Cape Columbine between Saldanha Bay and St Helena Bay. The town covers an area of 194.8 hectare and has approximately 1883 inhabitants.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Coordinates
- -32.810, 17.891
- Timezone
- Africa/Johannesburg
- Elevation
- 0 m
Overview of Paternoster
Paternoster belongs to Western Cape, South Africa and has the feel of a spot. The local offer centres on water sports, nightlife and wellness. Season planning starts with its southern-hemisphere location.
Things to do in Paternoster
Water Sports in Paternoster
(7)Water Sports in Paternoster covers Canoeing, Kayaking, Kiteboarding, Kitesurfing and Paddle. Counting everything, 7 activities fall under this heading. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Paternoster.
Nightlife in Paternoster
(3)For nightlife, expect Nightlife, Pubs and Wine Bars. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Paternoster.
Wellness in Paternoster
(3)Paternoster's wellness entries include Hammam, Spa and Turkish Baths. All of it is drawn from Paternoster's recorded activities. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Nature in Paternoster
(2)The nature shortlist for Paternoster: Beaches and Countryside. Everything listed here comes from what Paternoster is actually tagged with. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Sports in Paternoster
(1)Sports lovers get Horse Trails. Everything listed here comes from what Paternoster is actually tagged with. A compact set that still fills a visit.
More to do in Paternoster
(1)Other activities lovers get Secret. Everything listed here comes from what Paternoster is actually tagged with. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Best time to visit Paternoster
December to March is the window for swimming, boating and beach time. Paternoster stays visitable year-round thanks to its indoor options.
Getting there & around
Small places like Paternoster are best explored by car or on two wheels after reaching Western Cape. Time zone: Africa/Johannesburg.
Similar destinations
Places near Paternoster that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paternoster known for?
- Paternoster, in Western Cape, South Africa, is best known for water sports, nightlife and wellness. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here.
- What can you do in Paternoster?
- Recorded activities in Paternoster include Canoeing, Kayaking, Kiteboarding, Kitesurfing and Paddle. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Paternoster?
- December to March is the window for swimming, boating and beach time. Paternoster stays visitable year-round thanks to its indoor options.
- Where is Paternoster located?
- Paternoster is located in Western Cape, South Africa. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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