City of Windhoek announces reopening of Goreangab Dam Recreation Park!

The City of Windhoek has announced that the Goreangab Dam Recreation Park, located in the north-western suburbs of Namibia’s capital, will officially reopen to the public on 10 December 2025. The popular park had been closed since 25 July 2025 to allow for essential maintenance and repairs to sewage pipelines following water-contamination issues at Goreangab Dam. With the completion of this work, the city is restoring access to one of Windhoek's most valued outdoor spaces.

Goreangab Dam Recreation Park is known for its peaceful lakeside setting, spacious picnic areas and relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. Visitors can enjoy shaded seating, braai facilities, open grassy areas and scenic viewpoints overlooking the dam. The park is also a favourite spot for casual walks, bird-watching and reconnecting with nature without leaving the city. As one of Windhoek's key recreational areas, Goreangab Dam Recreation Park offers residents and travellers an accessible escape and a welcoming space for social gatherings, weekend outings and outdoor leisure.

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Windhoek: Two popular Recreation Parks temporarily close for renovations!

The City of Windhoek just announced that Goreangab Dam Recreation Park, situated on the eastern shore of Goreangab Dam in the north-western suburbs of Windhoek, and Brakwater Recreation Park (Paaltjies), situated on the outskirts of Windhoek next to the Western Bypass in Brakwater, will be temporarily closed due to renovations.

• Goreangab Dam Recreation Park: Closed from Monday, 11 June 2018, until Friday, 22 June 2018. The Park will be open to the public on 16 (Saturday) & 17 (Sunday) June 2018.
• The Park is usually open to the public from 10:00 to 18:00 on Wednesdays and Thursdays and from 10:00 until 22:00 from Fridays to Sundays and on public holidays. It is closed for general maintenance on Mondays and Tuesdays each week. No prior bookings need to be made to use the facilities.
• Brakwater Recreation Park (Paaltjies): Closed from Monday, 25 June 2018, until Friday, 29 June 2018. The Park reopens on Saturday, 30 June 2018.
• The Park is usually open to the public from 10:00 to 18:00 on Wednesdays and Thursdays and from 10:00 until 22:00 from Fridays to Sundays and on public holidays. It is closed for general maintenance on Mondays and Tuesdays each week. No prior bookings need to be made to use the facilities.