Information Directory Page 7 of 87 Jagersfontein ( in )
Founded in 1871 with the discovery of the first diamond, the town magically retains the pristine individuality and mood of a flourishing mining village of yesteryear. Original hand water pumps still grace the street corners, while the establishment of the Jager’s ... .... read more
 Koffiefontein ( in )
The economy of the town depends heavily on diamond mining. The spectacular open grooved mine and surrounding scenery can be viewed from well positioned lookout post. Koffiefontein has succeeded in preserving it’s historical features, while at the same time keeping ... .... read more
 Koppies ( in )
In 1904, General CR de Wet, in his capacity as Minister of Agriculture, established an irrigation settlement on the banks of the Rhenoster River for farmers who were left destitute after the Anglo Boer War. The Kopjes Dam was built in 1912, utilizing only white labourer ... .... read more
Luckhoff ( in )
Located only 40 km from the well known Vanderkloof Dam. The town was named after the Rev HJ Luckhoff, minister of the Dutch Reformed Church at Fauresmith at the time of it’s founding GENERAL INFORMATION ... .... read more
Marquard ( in )
Marquard is regarded as the ‘Gateway to the Cherry Route’ and the Eastern Free State. This beautiful farming village lies close to Lesotho, and it’s convenient location offers visitors easy access to the magic of the Highlands. Visit the sites of Bushm ... .... read more
Odendaalsrus ( in )
The town is situated near Welkom, and was established during a sitting of the Dutch Reformed Church in 1899. On 16 April 1946 the richest gold reef in the world was discovered on the farm Geduld, 4 km from town. GENERAL INFORMA ... .... read more
Oranjeville ( in )
This small town, situated on the banks of the Wilge River, was established in 1919 as a halfway stop for ox wagons en route between Heilbron, Frankfort and Vereniging. In earlier years it was referred to Zoar Village after the Zoar congregation that was founded at the s ... .... read more
Paul Roux ( in )
The town was founded in 1910 and named Duplessisville. It was later renamed after the Rev Paul Roux of the Dutch Reformed Church and also a general during the Anglo Boer War. Paul Roux boasts a number of beautiful sandstone buildings. The town, which produces poplar woo ... .... read more
 Petrusburg ( in )
The small town of Petrusburg is situated 80 km west of Bloemfontein and serves an extensive farming community – mainly sheep, maize and potatoes. Many authentic Karoo style houses line the shady street while there are numerous monuments, attesting to the strife th ... .... read more
 Qwa-Qwa ( in )
Qwa Qwa lies peacefully in the foothills of the majestic Drakensberg and Maluti Mountains, tucked away in the northeastern corner of the Free State. The area is the traditional home of the South Sotho people. This is a region of unsurpassed beauty, with breathtaking hig ... .... read more
Reddersburg ( in )
Reddersburg, situated 60 km south of Bloemfontein, celebrated it’s centenary in 1959 and has succeeded in retaining it’s small town charm and character. The town boasts two fine greystone churches with leadglass windows and beautiful wood finishes. It was in ... .... read more
 Reitz ( in )
Reitz was named after FW Reitz, President of the Republic of the Orange Free State in 1889. The town’s history is intertwined with that of the Anglo Boer War, as depicted in many monuments adorning the town. The town is home to the Free State Agricultural Co-opera ... .... read more
Rosendal ( in )
The small village of Rosendal is located 43 km north of Ficksburg on the road to Paul Roux. Rosendal was founded in 1908 GENERAL INFORMATION How to get there - Ficksbu ... .... read more
 Rouxville ( in )
Rouxville, situated 32 km southwest of Zastron, is at the centre of a large wool producing area. The town was established in 1863 and named after the Rev Pieter Roux who for 10 years conducted church services in the area from his base in Smithfield. The area possesses a ... .... read more
Steynsrus ( in )
The small village of Steynsrus was named after President MT Steyn and is located in a maize, wheat and sunflower producing region of the Free State. The community is also known for cattle farming, with a number of magnificent stud farms. The Vals River, located to the e ... .... read more
 Thaba Nchu ( in )
The village of Thaba Nchu (pronounced ta-baan-chu), located 60 km east of Bloemfontein, derives it’s named from the 2138 m Thaba Nchu mountain, once the stronghold of the Baralong tribe during the 19th century. The Baralong suffered greatly at the hands ... .... read more
Theunissen ( in )
Located in the Free State Goldfields, Theunissen lies at the centre of a rich maize growing region. The town was named in honour of Cmdt Helgard Theunissen, commanding officer of the local commando during the Anglo Boer War. What is perhaps most surprising about this re ... .... read more
Tweeling ( in )
The name of the town was derived from the two farms, Tweelingspruit and Tweelingkop, on which Tweeling was established in 1920. this unspoilt rural town offer regular horse riding events at the local Polo Cross Club. Excellent horse Riding facilities are also available ... .... read more
Van Stadensrus ( in )
Situated between Wepener and Zastron, Van Stadensrus was proclaimed in 1925 and named after it’s founder and owner of the farm on which it was laid out, HM van Staden. Van Staden also built the Egmont Dam in the area. G ... .... read more
Ventersburg ( in )
Established in 1871, Ventersburg is situated alongside the N1 and is part of the productive Free State Maize Route. The town was laid out on the farm Kromfontein, and named after the owner PA Venter. Church services were held regularly in the homestead, and the second R ... .... read more
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