Groblersdal, Cultural Heartland
Groblersdal is part of what is known as the Cultural Heartland of Mpumalanga in South Africa. Interestingly, Groblersdal all started because of the irrigation scheme of the spectacular Loskop Dam and is named after the original owner of the Klipbank farm, WJ Grobler.
Groblersdal is cosy farming town and situated just 15 minutes north of the massive Loskop Dam. Because of its position, this lovely town is South Africa’s second largest irrigation settlement. As you enter this area, you will spot the floodplains of cotton, tobacco, table grapes, citrus fruit, maize, wheat, vegetables, sunflower seeds, peanuts, peaches as well as Lucerne.
As with other parts of the Cultural Heartland, Groblersdal is well known for its rather colourful Ndebele culture. The Ndebele people are recognised for their vibrant house painting, gorgeous bead work and crafts. All these works are on display at numerous cultural villages in the region. Another inherent characteristic of the Cultural Heartland is the Boer War route throughout the region. This route is ideal for history lovers.
Groblersdal is home to an abundance of game farms. You'll also be glad to know that game viewing in Groblersdal can be enjoyed on foot and is an all-year-round event. Yet, instead of the traditional game viewing experience usually offered, Groblersdal affords visitors the spectacular opportunity of game viewing by boat at the Loskop Dam Nature Reserve. This protected area is alive with an abundance of vibrant birdlife and fascinating wildlife.
The Loskop Dam is also a preferred angling destination because of its abundant bream and carp draughts. Boat slipways are available for use on the dam. The Loskop Dam Aventura Resort and Nature Reserve is a popular destination and offers tennis and swimming pools to mention just a few. Visit the lovely farms and farm stalls and learn more of this picturesque area.
Groblersdal not only offers a rich cultural experience but also a relaxing holiday is tranquil and magnificent surroundings. Its ideal destination near the Loskop Dam and Nature Reserve opens the way for a perfect holiday experience.
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Hotels & other accommodation options
Arends Rus
Arends Rus is located on a mountain top at Loskop Dam with unique views of the dam. The lodge can accommodate a total of fourteen guests in a far...
Lion's Guesthouse
Whether you come for business or pleasure, you'll all find a little bit of home at Lion's Guesthouse. We offer real lodge tranquility in town. Li...
Krk Holiday Home
Krk Holiday Home is a beautifully furnished self-catering holiday home in Groblersdal located in the secure Royal Palms Estate, just 3km from Gr...
Familia Guesthouse
Familia Guesthouse is a bird paradise with a picturesque garden. We offer bed & breakfast accommodation in luxury rooms. There are six spacious r...
Lighthouse Guest House
Lighthouse Guesthouse offers comfortable accommodation in beautifully furnished rooms. This Groblersdal guest house offers a tranquil retreat wit...
Ya Rena Guesthouse
Ya Rena Guesthouse offers accommodation in Groblersdal, in the heartland of the Sekhukhune Disctrict. Groblersdal is approximately 20 minutes dri...
Noteworthy attractions
Loskop Dam Nature Reserve
The well known Loskop Dam Nature Reserve can be found deep in the Cultural Heartland of South Africa’s Mpumalanga Province. The Loskop Dam is a 2...
Botshabelo Mission Station
The Botshabelo Mission Station was originally a place of refuge for Christians in South Africa and grew into an important and rather influential ...
Lanatus Cycad
The beautiful Lanatus Cycad can be found in the Cultural Heartland of Mpumalanga, South Africa. Indigenous and unique to the area, there is an ab...
Middelburg Country Club
Middleburg Golf Course is located on the edge of Middleburg in the flat savannah lands of Mpumalanga. The course has a huge history and was origi...
Fort Merensky
Fort Merensky was built to protect Botshabelo (place of refuge), a mission station established just 5 km north west of Middelburg, in the 1860s b...
Groblersdal Golf Club
As the country’s second-largest irrigation settlement, Groblersdal is all about agriculture. However, this little farming town is also the proud ...
Witbank Golf Club
The coal mining hub of Witbank is a significant part of South African history, and is situated in Mpumalanga’s Highveld. It is frequented by trav...
Mkhombo Nature Reserve
There are few things as dreamy and memorable as the grasslands and rolling hills that rise to meet the high blue of an African sky. And this is t...
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