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24/04/2026

Weskus op sy mooiste vandag voor ‘n 1000 Dae 🙌🏻💙

15/04/2026

“By Langebaan, met die branders wat breek en ’n vuurtjie wat sag brand, kry jy jou Vitamien See én sielsrus by ‘n 1000 Dae.” 🤍

24/02/2026

Seefront vakansiehuis in Langebaan met slaapplek vir 16 gaste — waar die see jou verwelkom en herinneringe vanself gebeur.

04/01/2026

Langebaan se blou 🙌🏻🤩
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The Langebaan Lagoon is on South Africa’s West Coast and forms part of one of the country’s oldest inhabited regions. People lived in this area long before written history. Archaeological evidence in the wider region dates back thousands of years, and fossil discoveries nearby point to human presence in the Stone Age.

European sailors reached the area in the early 1600s. French seal hunters used Schaapen Island as a base for processing seal skins and storing whale oil. At the time the island was known as Isle à la Biche. It later became a stopover for ship repairs and was used by the Dutch East India Company to graze sheep destined for Cape Town.

Early Portuguese navigators mistakenly believed the sheltered waters were part of what is now Table Bay. The wider bay was named Saldanha after António de Saldanha, even though he never entered the lagoon itself.

During the 17th century, the French and Dutch competed for control of the bay. The French eventually withdrew, and the Dutch used the lagoon to supply fish and penguin eggs to the Cape settlement. A military post was established to prevent illegal trading between local fishermen and passing ships.

In the 18th century, sea traffic increased and the lagoon became dangerous for navigation. Several ships were wrecked on the surrounding islands, some of which still lie beneath the water. In 1844, the discovery of guano on the islands caused a rush, with hundreds of ships anchoring in the bay. At the same time, farmers settled along the lagoon’s shores.

During the American Civil War, the Confederate warship CSS Alabama stopped in the bay to take on supplies. One crew member, George Lloyd, deserted and later founded Churchhaven on the lagoon.

The name “Langebaan” is generally linked to the long, calm stretch of water formed by the lagoon, which sailors used to anchor and clean their ships. The settlement grew slowly, shaped mainly by fishing.

In 1909, a whaling station was established at Donkergat, followed by other fishing businesses. An oyster shell factory opened in 1918 on the site where the yacht club stands today. Whaling ended in 1968, after which the village remained small and focused on fishing.

In the late 20th century, Langebaan Lagoon became known as a holiday destination.

30/12/2025

30.12.2025 20:22 1000 Dae, Calypso Beach, Langebaan 🫶🏻🙌🏻

28/12/2025

Duisend Dankies vir elke lojale kuiergas by Langebaan 2025! Hoop om
Jul binnekort weer te sien in 2026🥂🏝️

27/08/2025

It's flower season at West Coast National Park! 🌸🌺🌼

Head down to the park to enjoy the stunning beauty of the annual flower scapes. The park is open daily from 07:00 to 18:00, with the last vehicle entry at 17:30. The Postberg section is open from 09:00 to 17:00, with the last vehicle entry at 16:30.

Visitors can explore various walking trails, enjoy picnics in designated areas, and even partake in birdwatching, as the park is home to numerous bird species.

22/08/2025

Dis Blommetyd in die Weskus! Kom laai jou siel hier by 1000 Dae!

11/08/2025

15/06/2025

``Be like the sun for grace and mercy. Be like the night to cover others' faults. Be like running water for generosity. Be like death for rage and anger. Be like the Earth for modesty. Appear as you are. Be as you appear.'' ``This moment is all there is'' ✨