Hartbeespoort, Resort town in North West Province, South Africa
Hartbeespoort spreads across the slopes of Magaliesberg mountain range and encompasses several smaller towns including Meerhof, Ifafi, Melodie, Schoemansville, and Kosmos.
The town developed around Hartbeespoort Dam, constructed in the early 20th century on farmland owned by General Hendrik Schoeman, a prominent figure in the Anglo-Boer War.
The Welwitschia Market presents African arts and crafts while local restaurants serve traditional Afrikaans dishes, reflecting the region's heritage and creativity.
The town connects to Johannesburg and Pretoria within a 45-minute drive, offering numerous accommodation options from hotels to self-catering lodgings near the dam.
The Hartbeespoort Aerial Cableway stands as Africa's longest monocableway, providing views of the surrounding landscape and Magaliesberg mountains.
Location: Local Municipality of Madibeng
GPS coordinates: -25.74417,27.89944
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:06
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