There is a new 370km bicycle trail now open in the Western Cape, the fourth such route in the area. The Overberg Meander Trail can be ridden in three to six days, taking riders from Swellendam to Elgin. Beverley Schäfer, Provincial Minister of Economic Opportunities, said “The routes are designed in such a way that they will take riders through many of the Western Cape’s small towns and really show off those hidden gems. Riders are encouraged to make use of local accommodation and hospitality establishments. We encourage riders to support the local businesses in these towns, whether it be a bike shop, a coffee shop or a pharmacy. In that way we will be able to grow these businesses so that they can support more jobs.”