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Gateway to the
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Ohrigstad village and -valley nestles in the foothills of the Drakensberg
Mountains, at close proximity to the Blyde
River Canyon, God's Window and
Potholes. Ohrigstad, the oldest town on the
Panorama Route was founded in 1845 by Hendrik Potgieter, the well-known "Voortrekker"
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Relics of Iron- and Stone Age
civilizations found in the area indicate
that the Pedi and San groups lived here thousands of years ago. |
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The scenic Ohrigstad valley combined
with the panorama and plenty activities make
for the ideal weekend breakaway. Gauteng
being only 300km's from Ohrigstad or a
comfortable 3 to 4 hours drive away.Ohrigstad is one hour drive from Dullstroom,
and also here fly-fishing, game viewing,
horse riding, hiking and many more such
activities are to be found.
Ohrigstad has a wide variety of
accommodation to choose from, ranging from
bed and breakfast establishments to game
lodges and guest farms. |
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The Greater Ohrigstad offers the visitor many more
options concerning attractions, activities
and various opportunities which are listed
here.
Ohrigstad is situated between
the; 24°32’ & 24°55’ longitudes and the
28°32’ & 28°42’ latitudes on an altitude of
1,166m above sea level. It's location causes
very pleasant climatic conditions year round
making it an ideal tourist destination or
stop over to plenty other destinations. |
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The
region abounds with plenty unexplored
possibilities and opportunities concerning
business, tourism, agriculture and local
communities. |
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Ohrigstad is surrounded by a
diverse agricultural community due to the
fertile nature of the valley producing from
citrus to seed maize and vegetables.
Rietfontein
and
Maepa
villages are in close proximity
from Ohrigstad and are the only
sources for labour due to the
lack of any township.
Rietfontein
supports 60 000 residents while
Maepa only a few hundred
inhabitants. Ohrigstad and
valley consist out of a couple of
thousand residents. |
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Our life is relaxed and
peaceful, our style unique and exclusive.
From the accommodation etablishments to the
handmade furniture, art & décor, there is
something for everyone. |
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"Ohrigstad, gateway to the Panorama" |
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Tourism Association - PO
Box 153, Ohrigstad, 1122,
Limpopo, RSA |
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Tel: +27(0)13 - 238 8100 & Fax:
+27(0)13 - 238 8104 |
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Email:
info@ohrigstad.net
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