A 315m high mountain pass of great scenic splendour, situated between Suurbraak and Barrydale. The khoikhoi originally discovered this ancient route and called it Tradouw, which means “the footpath of the woman” because the Khoi woman used to walk this pass to deliver food and water to their men on the hunting grounds.

Magnificent galleries of rock paintings are still remain for the khoikhoi era. A trade route between the Klein-Karoo and the Breede River was established and the pass was constructed in 1873.

Thomas Bain was responsible for the creation of this of this route and with the help of convict labourers, this spectacular link was achieved. This route is synonymous with unsurpassed beauty, unusual geological features abundant bird life and unspoilt fynbos. Ruins of the Anglo Boer War can be seen in the pass.