Close enough but far enough to be different
Named after Rear-Admiral Thomas Pringle in 1797, runaway slaves and prisoners once sought shelter in its
famous 'Drostergat' cave. Today people from all over the country have discovered its dramatic landscape and beautiful beaches with safe bathing. Whales visit the bay between June and November.
The mountain landscape on this eastern edge of False Bay offers some of the most spectacular scenery in the Western Cape, where the region's complex system of folded mountains is probably better illustrated than anywhere else.
The village has changed dramatically in the past few years. It's proximity to Cape Town, linked by an excellent road and one of the most scenic drives in the world – Clarence Drive – has seen the number of permanent residents double. Substantial homes are now being built in the area and the residents' profile has changed, alongside their needs and expectations.
The village has a very active Ratepayers' Association and Chamber of Commerce (– surprisingly for such a small place!). These are becoming more important as municipal power is being centralised in Hermanus.
The Ratepayers Association has published an excellent Guide for New Property Owners, that includes "how to cope with baboons". It shows how living in Pringle Bay is different!
Click here for businesses in Pringle Bay.
Click here for businesses & attractions in neighbouring Betty's Bay.
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