CALITZDORP is a town on the Western side of the Little or Klein Karoo in the Western Cape Province of South Africa and lies on South Africa's Route 62. The farm, on which Calitzdorp stands, was granted to JJ and MC Calitz in 1831.

Snuggled between the Outeniqua, Swartberg, and Rooiberg mountains, you will discover the village of Calitzdorp. Ideally situated as a hub from which to partake in all that the region has to offer, including the majestic mountain passes, the Cango Caves, and their exquisite flora and fauna. in all that the region has to offer, including the majestic mountain passes, the Cango Caves, and their exquisite flora and fauna.

Some other tags used to describe this unique town are, The Port capital of South Africa, Fruit Basket of the Klein Karoo, Home of 200 species of plants found nowhere else on earth, Night skies and sunsets, and Gorgeous Karoo architecture.

The well-known Seweweeks Poort is located just outside Calitzdorp on the way to Zoar a small Mission Station with 2 steeple Churches.

The architecture in Calitzdorp is from Victorian homes to Karoo Cottages (Nagmal Huisies) Georgian styled homes and many more, some of which are lovely
Guest Houses where you could find some of the best hospitality in the Karoo. Wonderful wine estates, restaurants, an interesting museum so a visit should be for 2 -3 days to see everything. Calitzdorp Information Centre - www.calitzdorp-everything.co.za