Further Reading

Archive red Transnet Class 15E locomotive on the Sishen-Saldanha railway line, photographed in February 2015
South Africa's 7.6 km Train: The Record Story and Cape Rail Trips

Transnet reports a 696-wagon, 7.6 km freight-train record. Here is what happened, where it ran and how visitors can plan a separate Cape rail outing.

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Simon's Town harbour and mountains beside False Bay, in a photograph shared by Garth
Cape Point Triathlon 2026: Simon's Town Parking and Race-Day Guide

Visiting Simon's Town for the Cape Point Triathlon on Sunday, 25 October 2026? Plan your parking, road access and spectator day with this practical local guide.

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Clear summer view of Fishermans Beach and False Bay near Simon's Town, Cape Town
Is Cape Town Too Hot in January? A Cape Peninsula Planning Guide

January can be sunny, hot and windy in Cape Town. Here is a flexible plan for heat-sensitive travellers exploring the city, Simon's Town and the Peninsula.

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