Chapman's Peak is a renowned mountain located on the western side of the Cape Peninsula, situated between Hout Bay and Noordhoek in Cape Town, South Africa. It is most famous for Chapman's Peak Drive, a spectacular 9-kilometer route that is meticulously carved into the face of the mountain, offering breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. The drive, often referred to as "Chappies," is a feat of engineering and is considered one of the most scenic marine drives in the world. The construction of the road began in 1915 and was opened to traffic in 1922, initially as a toll road. It was built to provide a alternative route to the longer, inland road and was a significant development for connecting the communities in the area. The route has faced challenges over the decades, including closures due to rockfalls, leading to major engineering interventions in the early 2000s with the installation of rockfall protection measures. It is now managed as a toll road by the South African National Roads Agency Limited (SANRAL). Beyond its function as a vital transport link, Chapman's Peak Drive is a major tourist attraction, drawing visitors for its unparalleled vistas, photography opportunities, and as a key segment of cycling events and the famous Two Oceans Marathon. The surrounding area is part of the Table Mountain National Park, a protected conservation region within the Cape Floral Region, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.