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5 Spots to Visit in Greyton

5 Spots To Visit In Greyton

We’ve put together a quick list of 5 attractionsto visit while in Greyton...

Xplorio Headquarters
History Facts about Greyton

History Facts About Greyton

Take a (photo) journey with us through the history of Greyton.

Xplorio Headquarters
37 Years of Community Market

37 Years Of Community Market

After 37 years, the Greyton Market is possibly one of the oldest community markets in South Africa.

The History of Poespasrivier Cottage

The History Of Poespasrivier C...

This heritage, adobe cottage with a traditional country atmosphere has been lovingly restored to its original pristine glory.  Come and experience the Simple Life!

Poespasrivier Cottage
Herbert Vigne - The Father of Greyton

Herbert Vigne - The Father Of ...

Although Herbert Vigne had a rather precarious beginning in the Cape, he was the founding member of Greyton and an intrical part in establishing the charming village.

Xplorio Headquarters
The Genadendal Neo-Classical Chair

The Genadendal Neo-Classical C...

Visiting the Genadendal museum, one finds a variety of furniture pieces that were made at Genadendal......

William's Wood Poetry
5 Spots to Visit in Greyton

5 Spots to Visit in Greyton

Xplorio Headquarters

We’ve put together a quick list of 5 attractionsto visit while in Greyton...

History Facts about Greyton

History Facts about Greyton

Xplorio Headquarters

Take a (photo) journey with us through the history of Greyton.

37 Years of Community Market

37 Years of Community Market

Greyton Conservation Society Village Market

After 37 years, the Greyton Market is possibly one of the oldest community markets in South Africa.

The History of Poespasrivier Cottage

The History of Poespasrivier Cottage

Poespasrivier Cottage

This heritage, adobe cottage with a traditional country atmosphere has been lovingly restored to its original pristine glory.  Come and...

Herbert Vigne - The Father of Greyton

Herbert Vigne - The Father of Greyton

Xplorio Headquarters

Although Herbert Vigne had a rather precarious beginning in the Cape, he was the founding member of Greyton and an intrical part in establis...

The Genadendal Neo-Classical Chair

The Genadendal Neo-Classical Chair

William's Wood Poetry

Visiting the Genadendal museum, one finds a variety of furniture pieces that were made at Genadendal......