Luderitz

Geography

Luderitz is a coastal town in southwestern Namibia, where the Namib Desert meets the Atlantic Ocean. It is famous for its German colonial architecture and wild landscapes.

Significance

The town is a reminder of Namibia’s colonial past, with its distinctive German-style buildings and the nearby ghost town of Kolmanskop, which thrived during the early 20th-century diamond rush.

Attractions

Kolmanskop ghost town, Diaz Point, and the Lüderitz Peninsula, for dramatic coastal views and wildlife spotting.

Activities

Exploring the deserted homes of Kolmanskop, birdwatching and wildlife spotting along the peninsula, and windsurfing in the bay’s challenging waters.