Lydenburg, Highlands Meander
Lydenburg is a town abuzz with new developments and the atmosphere is charged with excitement and interest. Lydenburg is situated at the foothills of the famous Long Tom Pass and surrounded by the Steenkampsberg and Mauchsberg mountain ranges.
Lydenburg experiences a climate typical of the Mpumalanga middleveld with cold nights and warm days. Its central location - only 290kms from Pretoria - makes it the ideal stopover to explore not only the well known Kruger National Park but also the many new routes which are ideal for adventure lovers and particularly 4x4 trail enthusiasts. Painters, wood carvers, stained glass artists and botanical sketch artists are just some of the talented creatives residing in Lydenburg. An annual exhibition is held in the Civic center to display and market their wares which attracts tourists from all over the world seeking to pick up their own piece of art to display back home.
A great attraction in the area is the Lydenburg Waterfall - consisting of 3 stunning waterfalls. It is regarded as one of the most spectacular waterfalls in Mpumalanga and definitely an enchanting sight to see. Two of the falls lie next to each other and plunge into a deep pool which feeds the third. It’s a mesmerizing sight that draws a continuous flow of people everyday. Other attractions in Lydenburg include historic memorials, nature reserves and other splendid sights and even some marvelous hidden fishing spots.
There are many accommodation establishments available in Lydenburg and all are of a very high quality. From bed and breakfast accommodation to backpacking and camping areas - you are truly spoilt for choice and guaranteed a delightful stay in Lydenburg.
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Featured Attractions in (or near) Lydenburg
Gustav Klingbiel Nature Reserve
This has to be one of the most beautiful locations in the world. The reserve is 2200 hectares and the Klipgatspruit cuts the mountainous area into a deep valley. The main habitats include thornveld and bushveld on the low-lying areas, and montane grassland on hillsides and plateaus with protea ... more information
Horse Shoe Falls
The exquisite Horseshoe Falls are found along the Sabie River in Mpumalanga. These falls are found 4kms off the Old Lydenburg Road, signposted on the left side. A short walk through the beautiful terrains affords one the opportunity to spot magnificent birdlife and other wildlife. The trail soon leads to the ... more information
Long Tom Pass
The Long Tom Pass gets its name from the Long Tom cannons used during the Anglo-Boer war. The original Long Tom Pass was a treacherous one, steep hairpin bends and hair-raising drops. It was originally the route followed by pioneer wagon drivers transporting goods from Mozambique to Lyndenburg ... more information
Steenkampsberg Nature Reserve
The Steenkampsberg Nature Reserve, outside the town of Dullstroom, provides sanctuary for the rare wattled crane which is a major attraction, tourists from all over the world flock here to watch this magnificent bird and its definitely a sight that would make any bird watcher realise just why they took up ... more information
Sterkspruit Nature Reserve
The smallish, yet incredibly pretty Sterkspruit Nature Reserve lies right next to the scenic Long Tom Pass, the horizon dominated by Mount Anderson and Mauchsberg, roughly 10 kilometres outside of Lydenburg. It lies on the Sterkspruit River, which is stocked with rainbow trout introduced to the river ... more information
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Things To Do in Lydenburg
The Rambling Rose Victorian Tea Garden
Where: Lydenburg
How much (per person): On Request
Morning and Afternoon Tea in the Rose Garden was a favourite pastime of the ladies in a time long forgotten. A time when everyone gathered w ... more information
Dine at Cuisine Classique Restaurant
Where: Lydenburg
How much (per person): On Request
Be transformed to an era of splendour and grandieur at Cuisine Cuisine Cuisine Classique Restaurant in Lydenburg. Relive the times of old wh ... more information
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