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Things to do in and around sasolburg.

Established in the 1950’s, Sasolburg is situated in the northern Free State and is renowned for being an industrial town. It owes its name to the petro-chemical industry.

The town and its surrounds boast a number of shops, restaurants and interesting activities. Here are just a  few things to do in and around Sasolburg:

Etienne Rousseau Theatre

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The Etienne Rousseau Theatre is the place to be if you would like to enjoy some excellent performing arts. The venue has staged various distinguished local and international drama productions, operas and ballet shows.

Some world-renowned artists who have graced this theatre in the past include jazz and pop pianist Horst Jankowski, as well as American classical pianist Mark Zeltser. There are interesting musical shows and performances which take place regularly and are worth experiencing.

Address : John Voster Drive, Sasolburg, 1947, Free State.

Heron Banks Golf Course

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Located close to the banks of the Vaal River, the Heron Banks Golf Course is a lovely place to enjoy a good game of golf. The modern 18-hole course runs seamlessly through an estate and along the Vaal River.

You can expect manicured lawns, amazing views, some animals and a brilliant golfing experience.

Address : Minnar St, Vaalpark, Sasolburg, 1948

Emerald Resort & Casino

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Feeling lucky? Make your way to The Emerald Resort & Casino. It is the place to be for exciting gaming and entertainment experiences. There are a variety of casino games including more than 380 state-of-the-art slots and multi-line machines. There are also 22 prestigious Roulette, Blackjack and Poker tables.

For some water fun, try out the resort’s Aquadome. The indoor and climate-controlled water wonderland is family-friendly and great for water enthusiasts. You can  excitingly slip down the water slide or simply enjoy a dip in the warm water. Moreover, there is an outdoor deck area for those who prefer to relax in the warmth of the sun.

Address:   777 Frikkie Meyer Boulevard, Vanderbijlpark, 1900

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Koppies Dam Nature Reserve

Just outside the little town of Koppies, 70 km northeast of Kroonstad, lies the 3 400 hectare Koppies Dam Nature Reserve. It is a popular reserve amongst fishermen, who come to the dam to catch yellowfish, mudfish, carp and barbell. The ...

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Maccauvlei Golf Course is one of the best around and has played host to various big tournaments over the years. An excellent links-type course on the south bank of the Vaal River in Vereeniging, Maccauvlei was designed by leading British golf architect ...

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Marievale Bird Sanctuary

A large floodplain, the Marievale Bird Sanctuary, lies north east of Suikerbosrand Nature Reserve just outside Nigel. It forms the southern half of Blesbokspruit RAMSAR site (an international treaty for the conservation and sustainable use of wetlands), ...

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Alice glockner nature reserve.

This is a small reserve by comparison to surrounding ones, at a mere 168 hectares. However, these borders are home to an impressive variety of plant and animal species, not least of which is the Heidelberg Copper Butterfly, which is both rare and ...

Emfuleni Golf Club

Robert Grimsdell is renowned for the world-class golf courses that he has designed, and the Emfuleni Golf Club bears testimony to his superior abilities. It is situated in Vanderbijlpark, an industrial city that enjoys prime positioning on the banks of ...

Hector Pieterson Museum

The Hector Pieterson Memorial and museum opened in Soweto in 2002, not far from the spot where 12 year-old Hector was shot on the 16 June 1976 during the Soweto uprising that today is a symbol of resistance to the brutality of the apartheid government ...

Heidelberg Golf Club

About 50 kilometres south of the metropolis of Johannesburg is Heidelberg, which takes full advantage of its pretty setting against the Suikerbosrand Mountain Range. This is the proud home of the Heidelberg Golf Club, which boasts breath-taking views of ...

Riviera on Vaal Country Club

Vereeniging is best known for its manufacturing industries, but certainly has some surprises for visitors wanting to enjoy the untouched loveliness of the Gauteng countryside. The Riviera on Vaal Country Club is situated in this historical coal mining ...

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52 Oaks Guest House

Situated in a quiet and tranquil neighborhood in Sasolburg, 52 Oaks Guest House offers accommodation in four rooms. The establishment is within c...

Indaba Hotel

Indaba Hotel offers comfortable accommodation in Sasolburg bordering the Free State in southern Gauteng. Choose from family rooms, double rooms, ...

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Sasolburg is a large industrial town in the far north of the Free State province of South Africa. Sasolburg is further sub-divided into three areas: Sasolburg proper, Vaalpark (a more affluent cluster of suburbs located about 5 km north of the Sasolburg CBD) and Zamdela (a 'township' or area formerly reserved for Black people). Most White residents of Sasolburg speak Afrikaans as a first language, while most Black people speak Sesotho as a first language. The Sasol corporation has sponsored infrastructural developments in Sasolburg, such as an Olympic size swimming pool.

A place in South Africa, Sasolburg is an interesting place to visit, given its unique culture, history and character. When planning a trip to Sasolburg, make sure you visit its near-by prime city of Johannesburg . Johannesburg is bestowed with interesting set of attractions like Apartheid Museum , Carlton Centre Observation Deck , Museum Africa . Most online packages to this city are of 1-2 days.

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Sasolburg is a Town 16 km south of Vanderbijlpark and 50 km north-east of Parys . It was established in 1950 to serve the South African Coal, Oil and Gas Corporation. The town has won the prize for the most attractive town entrance several years in a row and is a leader in environmental awareness as statistics show there are more trees and shrubs in the town. The name is derived from the Afrikaans translation Suid-Afrikaanse Steenkool-, Olie en Gaskorporasie.  Sasolburg attained official town status in 1967. Its refinery is one of the only two viable coal-derived oil refineries in the world (the other is at Secunda in Mpumalanga).

Sasolburg is a large industrial town within the Metsimaholo Local Municipality in the far north of the Free State province of South Africa. Sasolburg is further sub-divided into three areas: Sasolburg proper, Vaalpark and Zamdela.

The dominance of Sasolburg, owing to its population density and its proximity to the economically active City of Johannesburg, provides the area with the opportunity of being declared the head office of the entire Metsimaholo Municipality.

Sasolburg is part of the Metsimaholo Local Municipality is a Category B municipality which is located within the Fezile Dabi District of the Free State Province. It is the smallest of four municipalities in the district, making up 8% of its geographical area. The municipality was established in 2000 through the amalgamation of the then Sasolburg, Deneysville and Oranjeville Transitional Local Councils. Metsimaholo means ‘big water’ in Sesotho.

Cities/Towns close to Sasolburg in the Free State are Deneysville, Kragbron, Oranjeville.

Sasolburg Tourism

Tourism Contact:   – 016 970 8600

CAPE WINE TASTING……IN THE FREE STATE!

You don’t have to travel to the Cape to experience the delights of some of the best wines in the world. Two farms in the Heilbron District near Sasolburg have come together to form the Riemland Wine Route – an authentic Cape wine tasting experience in 100-year-old cellars with wooden tables, narrow-rimmed wine-sniffing glasses, spittoons and water jugs for cleansing the palate.

Bongani Mabaso EcoPark Nature Reserve

Located at the junction of the R57 and R59 in Sasolburg. With a  braai facility provided at the lapa,  this is the best place for a fun outdoor day with loved ones. Bring a camera and don’t forget to check in. Come and experience the Bongani Mabaso EcoPark Nature Reserve in Sasolburg.  The nature reserve is a home to a variety of animals and plant species.

Sasolburg is part of the Lion Route in the Free State.

If you want a taste of everything that is typically “Free State”, the Lion Route has it – from culture to nature to history.

The towns along the Lion Route are:

• Deneysville • Sasolburg • Parys • Vredefort • Kroonstad

DENEYSVILLE – SA’S INLAND RIVIERA (33 km’s from Sasolburg)

Situated at the wall of the Vaal Dam, Deneysville is just an hour’s drive from Johannesburg. Known as SA’s “Inland Riviera”, Deneysville is famous for:

• Water sport of all kinds, from power boating to laid-back pontoon boat trips and fishing charters.
• The annual “Round the Island” Yacht Race – South Africa’s biggest inland regatta.
• The Deneysville Croc Ranch which has about 2,800 crocodiles and also farms emus.

SASOLBURG – MORE THAN JUST OIL

Sasolburg is most well known for its unique oil-from-coal installation, but it has plenty else to see and do:

• An Olympic size swimming pool and world-class athletics facilities.
• The Ettienne Rousseau Theatre which hosts a wide range of Afrikaans and other artists.
• Gallery 88 which houses a stunning collection of contemporary South African art.
• A bird sanctuary with up to 70 species of Highveld birds.
• The Riemland Museum and Riemland Wine Route at Heilbron, an hour’s drive away.

PARYS – YOUR FREE STATE PARADISE (44 km’s from Sasolburg)

The beautiful town of Parys is situated on the banks of the Vaal River and has become a firm favourite for both art and adventure lovers. With so many attractions, you’ll find it’s the perfect paradise for you.

• 42 restaurants and a wide variety of arts & crafts shops.
• Play a round of golf on Golf Island in the middle of the Vaal River.
• Pick berries off the bush at Bon-Af Berry Farm and see SA’s only black raspberries.
• Interact with the big cats at the Dell Cheetah Centre.
• Visit Tumahole township just outside Parys – the birthplace of Free State Premier, Mr Ace Magashule.
• Head for the Vaal River or the mountains of the Vredefort Dome and enjoy nature from land, water and sky.

VREDEFORT’S BIG BANG (56 km’s from Sasolburg)

The small town of Vredefort is the gateway to the world’s oldest and largest crater, the Vredefort Dome. Recently named a World Heritage Site, the 300km-wide crater was created when a meteorite the size of Table Mountain-sized struck the earth 2,000 million years ago. Attractions include:

• Spectacular rock formations, including the world’s only pink granite.
• A wealth of plant, bird and animal life.
• Water sport on the Vaal River.
• A nearby Lion Breeding Programme.

WALK THROUGH TIME IN KROONSTAD (122 km’s from Sasolburg)

Kroonstad was the first town established after the Orange Free State became independent. Situated on the banks of the beautiful Vals River, a tributary of the Vaal, it is rich in history and outdoor opportunities. Historical sites include:

• A concentration camp and blockhouse from the Anglo-Boer war (1899-1902).
• The Bloemspruit Monument for concentration camp victims.
• A Garden of Remembrance for Allied victims of the two world wars.
• Prehistoric stone corbelled huts.
• San rock art and fossils..

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:

• Golf on an 18-hole golf course.
• Interaction with lion and tiger cubs.
• Fishing on the Vals River or the Bloemhoek Dam.
• Boating on the Serfontein Dam.
• Horse riding, gliding, hiking and more.

RESERVES AND RESORTS

Koppies Dam Nature Reserve and Resort – 71 km’s from Kroonstad.Tel: 056 777 0927

EMERGENCY NUMBERS

Ambulance: 10177 Fire Brigade: 056 216 9111 Police: 10111 Traffic: 056 212 2178 Tourism Contact:   – 016 970 8600

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