Fouriesburg, Thabo Mofutsanyana
Surrounded by the glorious Maluti Mountains, the little town of Fouriesburg lies just 10 kilometres from the Lesotho Border in arguably one of the most beautiful corners of South Africa; the ‘little Caledon' River flowing gently past the town and close to a number of well-known hiking trails.
Touted as a typical eastern Free State town with its rolling hills and wide open plains, nestled in amongst sandstone mountains, and enough sunshine days to make the most hardened traveller envious, Fouriesburg lies in the Brandwater Basin, formed by the Witteberge to the west and the Rooiberge in the north. The little sandstone church in town was built in 1893 and this historic building, together with the blockhouse and the President Steyn House, make a visit well worth the effort.
Just a few kilometres away is the charming little village of Clarens just outside the Golden Gate National Park. Clarens, richly endowed with trees, is much sought after by artists and those in retirement who have moved here to settle, and the town is much visited by people from all over the country and further afield.
The Boesmanskrans hiking trail is one of several incredibly beautiful trails in and around Fouriesburg. Even in winter this hike takes in a surprising amount of greenery and offers two one-day hiking trails. Meiringskloof is a beautiful little nature reserve quite close to Fourisburg that is well worth a visit. It not only has some pretty little picnic spots, but is also the departure point for the Brandwater Hiking trail.
Travellers' Reviews
2 Reviews from SA-Venues.com travellers. All reviews are verified.
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Truly enjoyed the stay but really, a point of concern, why such a historical rich town like that ain't got no mall, restaurant, or even a bank was closed I noticed. Government people there need to wake up and smell the coffee and bring investors. Nice place though!
Moleko Piet (Sebokeng)
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What a quaint little town. We were fascinated with the buildings and lovely gardens. Definitely worth a visit.
Barbara Stilwell (Pietermaritzburg)
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Hotels & other accommodation options
Di Plaas Opstal
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Domsalapeng Guesthouse
Domsalapeng Guesthouse is a luxury guest house situated at the entrance of Fouriesburg, a quaint town in the Eastern Free State. The guest house ...
Welgelegen Guest Farm
Welgelegen Venue & Guest Farm is situated 15km's outside the town of Fouriesburg, next to the Witteberg Mountain range, 40km from Clarens. It is ...
Natures Loft
Natures Loft has three log cabins and a luxury tent, set on sandstone outcrops. Each log cabin has a private entrance, an en-suite bathroom and a...
Old Mill Drift Guest Farm
Old Mill Drift Guest Farm is a family and pet friendly place on a picturesque farm which is surrounded by forest with natural springs and dams. M...
Village Studio
Village Studio is located in Fouriesburg and is ideal for a couple, a family or a group of friends wanting to visit the region. Only a stone thro...
Wyndford Holiday Farm
A quality, affordable holiday for the whole family complete with three delicious home-cooked meals a day. Immensely charming and magical, Wyndfor...
Affi Lande Boetiek Guestfarm
Surrounded by beauty, Affi Lande Boetiek Guestfarm offers magnificent and unique accommodation in Fouriesburg. From here you are close to a large...
Fat Mulberry
Set in the tranquil farmland of the Eastern Free State, the farm overlooks the Maluti Mountain range and visitors staying during the winter month...
Pumula Guest Farm
Pumula is a working grain and cattle farm 7km outside Fouriesburg in the Eastern Free State highlands. The region boasts fantastic scenery, many ...
The Old Country House
The Old Country House has three bedrooms. The kitchen is fully equipped for self-catering and has a dining table and cutlery to seat 8 people. Th...
Camelroc Guest Farm
Camelroc Guest Farm offers Accommodation in Fouriesburg on a room only basis and the chalets on a self catering basis. Chalets are fully equipped...
African Dawn Luxury Guesthouse
African Dawn Luxury Guesthouse offers bed and breakfast accommodation in walking distance of the town's centre, where various restaurants, shops ...
Oranje Guest Farm
Oranje Guest Farm is a 1 200-hectare working farm, set amongst the beautiful mountains of the eastern Free State, 20km from Clarens. Accommodatio...
Mafube Mountain Retreat
Mafube Mountain Retreat is a little slice of heaven. Set in an amphitheatre of colorful sandstone cliffs, with stunning views from every window, ...
Thaba Lapeng Mountain Escape
Thaba Lapeng Mountain Escape is situated in Clarens in the Free State. Accommodation is available in three separate units and two rooms in the ma...
Malutizicht Lodge
Malutizicht Lodge is an ideal picturesque getaway, centrally situated in the Eastern Free State, midway between the towns of Ficksburg and Fourie...
Hideout @ Old Mill Drift
Hideout @ Old Mill Drift is a fully self-catering, private and spacious section of a large house with an extensive garden located on Old Mill Dri...
Sandstone Chameleon Country House
Sandstone Chameleon Guest House is located in Fouriesburg, in the foothills of the Maluti Mountains. The six charmingly decorated en-suite rooms ...
Mont Plaisir Guest Farm
Mont Plaisir is a secure and peaceful Guest Farm in the Golden Gate Region. Mont Plaisir is a working asparagus and grain farm with a 360 degrees...
Things to do in the area
Art Workshops
Take part in 4 days of creativity and fun in one of South Africa's most scenic locations. The venue is Malutizicht Lodge located between Fouriesb...
Horse Riding at Mont Plaisir
Enjoy the adventure of horse riding in Fouriesburg and discover the beauty of the Eastern Free State on horseback at Mont Plaisir Guest Farm. We ...
Horse Riding at Ventersberg Stables
Come and enjoy the wonderful nature of the Eastern Free State! Ventersberg Stables and Outdoor Adventures, Fouriesburg, specialises in horse ridi...
Bethlehem Museum
The Bethlehem Museum is one of Cultural History and is housed in the old Nazareth Mission Church on Muller Street. The church was originally buil...
Didibeng 4x4 Trail
Enjoy a long and challenging 4x4 experience on this 34 kilometer trail in Didibeng. It should take you roughly 5 to 6 hours to complete. The rout...
Lesoba Hiking Trail
Are you in the mood for an adventurous weekend? Then get your friends and family together and get on the Lesoba hiking trail. This 11km trail req...
Sporekrans Hiking Trail
If you are looking for a fantastic weekend filled with adventure then make sure you get on the two day Sporekrans trail in the Bergdeel private g...
Camelroc MTB Trails
Where: in the Rooiberge of the Eastern Free State at Camelroc Guest Farm, near FouriesburgLevel: easy to technicalType of route: varied single-tr...
Boesmanskrans Hiking Trail
Start: Boesmanskrans farm near FouriesburgFinish: Boesmanskrans farmDuration: 10 km day trail, and a second day trail if you want to extend the h...
Noteworthy attractions
Golden Gate National Park
Nestled in the rolling foothills of the Maluti Mountains of the north-eastern Free State lies the Golden Gate Highlands National Park. The park d...
Sterkfontein Dam Reserve
Rugged, steep krantzes silhouetted against the skyline, mountain slopes snugly covered with a grass blanket, deep lushly vegetated kloofs and a c...
Clarens Golf Estate
The par 71 golf course, designed and constructed by Golf Data, is bound to excite every level of golfer. All 18 holes meander along and across th...
Basotho Cultural Village
A visit to the Basotho Cultural Village which nestles at the foot of huge sandstone mountains, will give you a deeper insight into the lifestyle ...
Bethlehem Golf Club
The Bethlehem Golf Course is a Par 71 (W69), 18 hole golf course located in the lovely town of Bethlehem in the Free State. Facilities at Bethleh...
Harrismith Country Club
The Harrismith Country Club is a wonderfully kept course in the humble town of Harrismith. The golf course, famously known for being the third ol...
Mount Everest Game Reserve
The privately owned Mount Everest Game Reserve is set in a particularly scenic part of the Free State close to the town of Harrismith and, despit...
Clarens Village Conservancy
The Clarens Village Conservancy (CVC) is a group of people, homeowners and businesses who together look after the town's natural resources - land...
Normandien Pass
The Normandien Pass links Memel in the Free State with Newcastle in KwaZulu-Natal. The pass is gravel that by all accounts has seen better days, ...
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