Riversdale, nestled along the scenic N2 highway between Cape Town and George, offers visitors a charming blend of culture, history, and outdoor adventure. Surrounded by the Langeberg Mountains, with Sleeping Beauty Mountain as its iconic backdrop, this small town in the Hessequa region invites travellers to explore its many unique attractions. One of Riversdale’s highlights is its collection of art and cultural treasures. The Julius Gordon Africana Museum houses the second-largest collection of Thomas Bowler paintings in South Africa, alongside works by prominent local and national artists. Additionally, the town boasts the only Ukrainian Museum of Culture in the country, adding an unexpected international flair. Visitors can step into the past at landmarks like the Old Jail & Coffee Shop, which combines a slice of local history with a tasty carrot cake, all within the walls of an 1838-built jail. Nature lovers will find plenty of adventures here. The Sleeping Beauty Day Hiking Trail offers a challenging 24-kilometre round trip to the mountain’s peak, with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.