Aus

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Diese kleine Wüstenstadt dient als Tor zu den wilden Pferden der Namib-Wüste, wo eine geheimnisvolle Herde frei am Stadtrand umherwandert. Einst eine deutsche Kolonialsiedlung, bietet Aus atemberaubende Wüstenlandschaften und dient als praktischer Zwischenstopp für Reisende, die die südliche Namib-Region erkunden. Die Stadt bietet wichtige Dienstleistungen und Unterkünfte für diejenigen, die sich zu nahegelegenen Attraktionen wie Lüderitz und dem Diamond Area aufmachen.

Aus is a small desert town in southern Namibia, and it is best known as the gateway to the wild horses of the Namib Desert. A herd roams freely near the town's outskirts, and many visitors come to Aus specifically to look for them.

Wild horses in the desert

The herd is the reason most travelers make the detour. The horses move across the open desert landscape around Aus, and their presence in such dry country makes them a striking sight. Their origins are not fully explained by the facts available here, so it is worth asking locally about the herd before you go.

The town and its surroundings

Aus was once a German colonial settlement, and traces of that period remain in the town. Beyond the town itself, the desert scenery around it is the main draw, with wide, stony plains and the particular light of the Namib region.

Aus also works well as a stopover for anyone exploring the southern Namib. The town offers essential services and accommodation, which makes it a practical base for a night or two. Plan ahead for distances, since the desert is remote and services are limited outside town.

Is it worth the trip?

  • Come if you want to see wild horses in an unusual desert setting.

  • Stay if you are travelling through the southern Namib and need a place to rest.

  • Bring supplies and fuel plans with you, as the surrounding area is remote.