Sport Events in Greyton / Genadendal

Greyton and Genadendal are set in the countryside where visitors and residents can enjoy a vigorous session of mountain biking or horse riding, and then wind down with a gentle massage and an award-winning glass of wine. These are just a few of the reasons that this part of the world has become one of the most popular getaways in the Overberg. There is a wide range of things to do in Greyton and Genadendal for a seemingly quiet yet quaint settlement area. From weekend markets to wine festivals and even live music, this part of Theewaterskloof always has something happening. 

Greyton and Genadendal’s sporting scene is just as exciting! There is a variety of sport-orientated events that happen in and around Greyton and Genadendal throughout the year. For example, you can participate in organised hikes along the famous Bosmanskloof Trail from Greyton to McGregor. One of the highlights of joining an event like this is being able to take a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear mountain pools along the way. Not to mention the incredible array of indigenous fauna and flora that make this region in the Cape Floral Kingdom, home.

A truly majestic part of the Western Cape, Greyton and Genadendal’s surrounds are also home to over 150km of biking trails that have been painstakingly laid out by the local community and sporting enthusiasts. This encourages a number of mountain biking tours and competitions through Theewaterskloof. It is always a wonderful time to be in Greyton or Genadendal when there is a mountain biking event happening, as these attract both locals and visitors who all mingle in the countryside enjoying the fresh air and sunshine together. If you’re a permanent resident in Greyton or Genadendal then you can also join the local mountain biking club for an annual membership fee. This ensures you’ll always be in the know about upcoming events and also meet a new group of people to join you on your adventures through the landscape.

If soccer, rugby, cricket and tennis are more your thing, then you’ll be pleased to know that there are a number of sports fields, grounds, courts and facilities that provide support for these sports in Greyton and Genadendal. You’ll be able to attend tournaments, friendlies and even practice sessions to support the local sporting community who host and participate in their own sporting events. 

There truly is something for everyone when it comes to sporting events in Greyton and Genadendal, from equestrian competitions to long-distance marathons through the countryside, you’ll surely find something to get you cheering for more!