Overview
Barrydale is a small town founded in 1880 that serves as a fruit-growing centre on the edge of the Little Karoo. Almost every type of fruit is cultivated here, with the harvest season beginning in December with apricots and continuing into April.
Day Trips · Nature · Transit Hub
Before you go
Activities
Wine tasting at Barrydale Wine Cellar and thermal bathing at Warmwaterberg Spa are the main activities. Sanbona Wildlife Reserve offers nearby wildlife viewing.
Food
Restaurants are limited to those along the main street. Dried fruit and local produce are specialty items worth trying.
Transport
Barrydale sits on Route 62, a scenic alternative route through the Karoo. Rental car or bus are the main options for reaching this remote town.
