The ruins of an old copper mine in the
Namib Naukluft national park, where mining took place from the late 19th century to the early 20th century.
Before that, it is said to have been used by indeginous people — possibly the Topnaar.
What remains today are the ruins of some of the structures.
What to do theresight seeing — what remains of some of the country's earliest attempts at large scale mining, hiking.
What to do thereAny time of the year.
Location of Hope mineWithin the Namib desert — near several similar mines such as the
Gorob Mine.
It also is within the Namib Naukluft national park.
How to get thereBy vehicle, with 4x4s being recommended though not necessary.
