Live status of 8 mountain passes and scenic drives near Cape Town. Check if a road is open before you go.
8
Passes Tracked
5
No closures
1
Closures
2
Restrictions
~200km
Total Length
Important:
Statuses are updated automatically every hour from multiple sources (TomTom Traffic API, chapmanspeakdrive.co.za). Conditions can change rapidly — always confirm with the official source before travelling, especially after severe weather.
Status Guide
No closure reported
No road closures or incidents were detected for this route. The road is likely passable, but conditions can change — always check before travelling.
Road closed (reported)
A full road closure has been reported. Do not attempt to drive — use an alternative route.
Caution
Lane closures, road works, flooding, or other restrictions have been reported. The badge shows the specific type when known. The road may be passable but expect delays or reduced lanes.
Pass Locations
Chapman's Peak Drive
M6
No closure reported
Toll
Updated 49 minutes ago
· Source: tomtom.com
LocationBetween Hout Bay and Noordhoek
Altitude593m
Length9km
Managed bychapmanspeakdrive.co.za
One of the most scenic coastal drives in the world, winding along sheer cliffs above the Atlantic Ocean.
When TomTom detects an active incident on a route, the badge shows the specific type: "Lane closure reported", "Road works reported", or "Flooding reported". The road is usually still passable, but you may encounter delays, reduced speed, or single-lane traffic. Always check the official source for the specific pass before travelling.
Is Chapman's Peak Drive open today?
Chapman's Peak Drive (M6) status changes frequently due to weather and maintenance. Check chapmanspeakdrive.co.za or call 021 791 8220 for real-time status. The road typically closes during strong winds, heavy rain, or rockfall risk.
Is Franschhoek Pass open?
Franschhoek Pass (R45) connects the Franschhoek wine valley to Villiersdorp. It periodically closes for construction and resurfacing. Check the Western Cape Government infrastructure page for current closure notices.
Which mountain passes near Cape Town are closed?
Mountain pass closures near Cape Town change frequently due to weather, construction, and safety concerns. This page tracks 8 key passes. Check each pass section above for current status and last verified date.
What is the best alternative to Chapman's Peak Drive?
When Chapman's Peak Drive is closed, take the M3 via Constantia Nek to reach Hout Bay, or the M65 via Sun Valley to reach Noordhoek. Both are reliable year-round alternatives.
Are mountain passes safe to drive in winter?
Most Western Cape mountain passes are driveable in winter, but conditions can change rapidly. Chapman's Peak and Clarence Drive close most often due to weather. Sir Lowry's Pass (N2) can experience fog. Always check conditions before travelling, carry warm clothing, and drive cautiously in wet weather.
How we get this data
This page checks road conditions automatically every hour using live traffic data.
TomTom Traffic API — Our primary source for all passes. We query real-time incident data for road closures, lane restrictions, roadworks, and flooding reports. Status labels are our editorial interpretation of TomTom incident categories.
chapmanspeakdrive.co.za — Chapman's Peak has its own official status page. We check it for cross-validation alongside TomTom data.
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