In 1892, Captain Curt von François sailed into a protected curve of coastline north of Walvis Bay. He placed two beacons on the deserted beach. Over the years, the town of Swakopmund would take shape around these two points… Read more:
In 1892, Captain Curt von François sailed into a protected curve of coastline north of Walvis Bay. He placed two beacons on the deserted beach. Over the years, the town of Swakopmund would take shape around these two points…
Why here? In 1884, after the colony of German South West Africa had been declared, there was a hunt to find a suitable harbour. Walvis Bay was out – the English had already staked their claim. After Von François’ recce, it was decided that a new harbour would be built on Swakop Beach. The route to Windhoek wasn’t obstructed by any large dune belts, and there was relatively reliable fresh water from the Swakop River. Get 14 days free to read all our investigative and in-depth journalism. Thereafter you will be billed R75 per month. You can cancel anytime and if you cancel within 14 days you won't be billed.
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