Middelburg, Mpumalanga (original) (raw)
Middelburg, Cultural Heartland
Middelburg is a modern town situated in the Cultural Heartland of the Mpumalanga Province in South Africa.
Middelburg serves as the agricultural, industrial and communications centre for the surrounding area. Initially, Middelburg was planned as an ideal halfway point between Pretoria and Lydenburg in 1859. However, nothing resulted from this idea. In 1864, The Dutch Reformed Church bought the farm of Sterkfontein and in 1866 the town of Nazareth was developed on it. In 1872, Nazareth was then renamed Middelburg. Today, Middelburg is well known as the Stainless Steel Capital of Africa as it is home to a large stainless steel plant named Columbus Stainless.
For travellers, Middelburg offers an abundance of exciting activities as well as unique cultural experiences. First stop is the Botshabelo Historical Village and craft markets. This area boasts rich cultural significance and is great to explore. Another must stop area is the Traditional Ndebele Village home to the well known Ndebele people. To learn more of the culture of this serene area, why not go on cultural tours available in Middelburg?
Of course, the ultimate way to experience all Middelburg has to offer is to enjoy game drives in the game reserves as well as hiking on the numerous splendid trails offered. Golfing enthusiasts can enjoy a relaxing round of golf at the undulating golf course in Middelburg.
Middelburg is situated just minutes away from the Loskop Dam, and home to the Middelburg Nature Reserve, Kruger Dam as well as the Middelburg Dam. The Middelburg Nature Reserve provides shelter to numerous fascinating game species, while the abundance of marked trails offer a better glimpse of the beauty of the highveld, including large colonies of gorgeous cycads. The dams in the area allow for an abundance of exciting watersports such as sailing and fishing to be enjoyed.
Interestingly, hundreds of people travel to this area every year to enjoy the Middelburg Jazz Festival held in March. This event is spectacular to experience and a perfect excuse for a getaway. Middelburg has plenty to offer all history lovers as it is home to a few museums and fascinating monuments. These include the Memorial Museum, Meyer�s Bridge, Dutch Reformed Church and more.
No matter what your preference, Middelburg has plenty to offer all travellers. From fascinating cultural tours to adrenaline pumping watersports in pristine dam areas, Middelburg is the ideal holiday destination.
Travellers' Reviews
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I live in Middelburg for me it is a nice large town. All though there is not much to do, but with the new Middelburg Mall that will open its doors on 19 April 2012. We will see.
Willie van Wyk (Middelburg MP)
In the vicinity
Hotels & other accommodation options
Bed & Breakfast
Birches Guest House
Nestled in peaceful surroundings, The Birches is known for it's friendly and welcoming atmosphere, with special emphasis on personal service. Sit...
Self Catering
Kairos Home
Kairos Home offers 4 star accommodation in Middelburg. Each unit is fully equipped for self catering and has a TV with DStv and there ids Free Wi...
Guest House
Middelburg Country Club Lodge
The Club has a beautiful Guest Lodge with 10 standard rooms, 5 single rooms. All rooms are very spacious, fully airconditioned with en-suite bath...
Guest House
Njala Guest House
Njala Guest House offers accommodation in eight large, elegantly furnished en-suite rooms all of which have their own entrances and open out onto...
Guest House
Sunset Guesthouse
Sunset Guesthouse offers guest accommodation in Middelburg, Mpumalanga. The guest house has seven individually decorated en-suite rooms. Each roo...
Self Catering
Lesedi Guesthouse Middleburg
Vision Home offers accommodation in Middelburg, in two guest apartments. The property is located 10km from Middelburg Dam and 3km from Midwater S...
Guest House
Chambers Guesthouse
Situated within easy reach of shops and restaurants, Chambers Guesthouse offers a variety of accommodation in Middelburg. Here you can enjoy a va...
Bed & Breakfast / Self Catering
Pillars Accommodation
Pillars is located in a quiet upmarket neighbourhood of Middelburg in Mpumalanga, South Africa. Pillars offers four different self catering units...
Guest House
Stay at 12 Guesthouse
At Stay at 12 Guesthouse in Middelburg we strive to offer a homely environment to all our guests. The guest house is conveniently situated in a q...
Hotel
Rustique Boutique Hotel
Rustique Boutique Hotel is conveniently located on the Old Belfast Road just outside Middelburg. We offer you a country living experience. The ho...
Guest House / Self Catering
Blue Sparrow Guest House
Blue Sparrow Guest House offers comfortable home away from home accommodation in Middelburg. Choose from one of our seven luxury en-suite bedroom...
Guest House
Sterkfontein Guest House
Situated in Middelburg, Sterkfontein Guest House is a luxury guest house offering six en-suite rooms. Easily accessible from the N4, the guesthou...
Self Catering
Four Sleeper Cabins @ Waterfall
Four Sleeper Cabins at Waterfall Safari Lodge is the perfect getaway for a couple wanting a break or a family wanting a holiday. Whether you want...
Self Catering
Ribbokkloof Holiday Farm
Ribbokkloof combines the best of rustic charm and old fashioned farmhouse hospitality with absolute comfort, with a choice of B&B rooms, B&B chal...
Hotel / Self Catering
Olifants River Lodge
It is in the luscious setting of the Olifants River Valley that you will discover the beauty and serenity of Olifants River Lodge. Situated betwe...
Hotel / Guest House
The Orion
The Orion Guest House is situated in Middelburg, halfway between Pretoria and Lydenburg, on the Panorama Route. This is the gateway to the Kruger...
Guest House
Euforia Guesthouse
Euforia Guesthouse is situated in the beautiful town of Middelburg, offering accommodation with a homely feel and a very relaxing stay. The guest...
Self Catering
Farmstay @ Glen Cullen
Farmstay @ Glen Cullen is centrally situated in Middelburg. Glen Cullen is a private country estate where guests can enjoy a view of the dams, we...
Guest House
The Plantation Guesthouse
The Plantation Guesthouse is located in Middelburg. A total of fifteen guests can be accommodated. Middelburg is approximately 1, 5 hours drive f...
Guest House
Tudor Manor Guesthouse
Tudor Manor Guest House is ideally situated, close to the Middelburg CBD and 1� hours drive from Johannesburg and Pretoria and two hours drive fr...
Guest House / Bed & Breakfast
Diamond Rose Guest House
Diamond Rose Guest House provides Middelburg accommodation situated in a beautiful garden with a variety of plants and large grassy areas to rela...
Guest House
Revenir
Located near Middelburg Mall, Revenir offers its guests quality accommodation at very affordable rates. Revenir offers five rooms, each equipped ...
Bed & Breakfast
Del Roza Guest House
Del Roza is a gracious guest house, built over 100 years ago and recently renovated with great care to preserve the charm of the old farmstyle ho...
Guest House
Zamabhele Lodge
Indulge in luxury at Zamabhele Lodge, offering accommodation in Middelburg with comfortable rooms, perfect for locals, tourists, and business tra...
Guest House / Bed & Breakfast
Aero Lodge Guest House
Aero Lodge Guest House provides accommodation in a number of rooms. This commercially built guest house endeavors to provide a home away from hom...
Guest House
Pari Guest House
Pari Guest House offers accommodation in Middelburg and is just 24km from Witbank. There is an on-site restaurant and a 24-hour front desk. All r...
Hotel / Self Catering
3 Lux Suites
Situated in Middelburg, 3 Lux Suites is a hotel offering accommodation in 29 fully furnished suites. Here you are near to various attractions and...
Self Catering
Two Sleeper Cabins @ Waterfall
Two Sleeper Cabins @ Waterfall Safari Lodge is the perfect getaway for a couple wanting a break or a family wanting a holiday. Whether you want t...
Guest House
Lamor Guest House
Lamor Guest House is situated half way between Gauteng and the Lowveld in the tranquil town of Middelburg. Lamor Guest House is homely and luxuri...
Guest House
Serene Guesthouse
Escape to Serene Guesthouse for accommodation in Middelburg offering a tranquil retreat. Your stay promises relaxation and convenience amidst ser...
Guest House / Self Catering
L'anda Guesthouse
It is our pleasure to host you in a relaxed and charming atmosphere in the quiet, central part of town. L'Anda Guest House offers self catering a...
Hotel
Alveston Manor
Situated in the picturesque town of Middelburg, The Alveston Manor is a small hotel with a traditional name conforming to an elegant era backed b...
Guest House
Travel Lodge
Travel Lodge is conveniently situated in Middelburg and offers comfortable, affordable accommodation for both travelers and business people. Trav...
Guest House
Oregon Place Guest House
Oregon Place Guest House is situated in the middle of the Cultural Heartland of South Africa in Middelburg, Mpumalanga. Only an hour and a half d...
Bed & Breakfast / Self Catering
Feathers Bed & Breakfast
Feathers is ideally situated in close proximity to the Middelburg CBD and is easy to find! It is situated in the beautiful upmarket tranquil subu...
Self Catering
Bush Tent @ Waterfall
Bush Tents @ Waterfall Safari Lodge is the perfect getaway for a couple wanting a break or a family wanting a holiday. Whether you want to explor...
Things to do in the area
Dams & Vleis
Spend a day at the Loskop Dam
If you find yourself in Middelburg why not visit the malaria free area of the Loskop Dam? There are almost 70 species of mammals in the Loskop D...
Caf�s & Eateries
Peek In The Oven at Ribbokkloof
Be sure to visit The Oven at Ribbokkloof Lodge to purchase a variety of delectable home baked goods. Here you can get some of South Africa�s favo...
4x4 Trails
Ribbokkloof 4x4 Trails
Get on the track at Ribbokkloof Lodge for an awesome 4x4 experience. You can enjoy a guided experience of you can drive yourself if you are after...
Hiking Trails
Hiking At Ribbokkloof
There is nothing quite like stretching your legs and getting a bit of fresh air. There are two exciting hiking routes to go on at Ribbokkloof Lod...
Sports & Leisure
Swimming At Ribbokkloof
If you are looking for somewhere to take a dip, why not come to the Ribbokkloof Lodge. Here you can take advantage of the stunning swimming pool ...
Fishing
Fishing at Ribbokkloof Dam
Calling all fishermen! While at Ribbokkloof Lodge, you can visit their dam which is thriving with bass.There is nothing quite as relaxing as cast...
Cycling
Mountain Biking At Ribbokkloof
When visiting the Ribbokkloof Lodge, you may want to bring along your mountain bike.There are some great single tracks to race up and down on as ...
Extreme Sports
Quad Biking At Ribbokkloof
If you happen to have a quad bike and are looking for somewhere to rumble around, then why not go to the Ribbokkloof Lodge.Here you will find a n...
Birding
Bird Watching At Ribbokkloof
Birder or not, you are bound to appreciate the abundance of bird life at Ribbokkloof Lodge.There are over 180 different fascinating bird species ...
Noteworthy attractions
Nature Reserves
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...
Cultural
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 ...
Miscellaneous
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...
Golf Courses
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...
Memorials
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...
Golf Courses
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 ...
Golf Courses
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...
Nature Reserves
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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