• Woermannhaus - Visit the Woermannhaus in Bismarck Street which is a superb example of architect Friedrich Höft’s “Fachwerkbau” style. The building was erected in 1894 by the Damara and Namaqua Trading company and was extended in 1903 and 1904 when wood panelled offices were added. In earlier days the courtyard was filled with an evergreen garden. The building was used as the headquarters for the leading trading company in (then) South West Africa.- the Damara and Namaqua Trading Company (later known as Woermann, Brock & Co). Woermannhaus was also home to selected officials and employees of the company in 1909. The Damara Tower in the North-West corner was a lofty lookout which also served as a flag-mast and navigation point.

• Refreshments

Swakopmund, acknowledged as Namibia’s primary vacation hotspot, was established in August 1892 by the German Colonial Reich. This town served as the main port for the territory for numerous years, benefiting from the mole and subsequently the jetty - both of which still stand today. A number of buildings from this era are in current use and have been deemed historical landmarks. The unique German Colonial flavor of Swakopmund has been meticulously conserved, attracting both tourists and business people. The historical walking tour of Swakopmund focuses on the city’s past. Through this tour, the guide will share Swakopmund’s history and describe the origins of various notable buildings in the city. These include the architecturally impressive Woermannhaus, the evocative Prinzessin-Rupprecht-Heim reminiscent of the old days, and the highly detailed Marine Memorial.

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