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The Northern Cape, Britstown

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Britstown is a small farming town situated in the Northern Cape province of South Africa. The town is named after Hans Brits who settled here after he accompanied David Livingstone on a venture into the interior. Hans Brits then settled on a farm he named Gemsbokfontein, which is where Britstown now stands. Soon after the discovery of diamonds at Hopetown and Kimberley, Brits realised that he and his neighbours could earn good money serving the growing traffic along the Diamond Way. So Brits arranged for a town to be laid out on a portion of his farm. As a tribute to him it was named Britstown.

Britstown Accommodation

Establishments in and around Britstown, The Northern Cape

  • Rietpoort Guesthouse

    Rietpoort Guesthouse (close to the N12 near Britstown, Northern Cape) is the perfect halfway stop between Cape Town and Johannesburg - be it for one night only or a few days to start...

    Price range: R120 to R550 per person.

  • Gemsbokfontein Guest Farm

    Gemsbokfontein is a working farm that welcomes guests to enjoy their warm hospitality and comfortable rooms. Children roam freely and along with workers can explore the farm...

    Price range: R220 to R880 per person sharing.

Contact Details for Britstown Tourism

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Phone:

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ACTIVITIES AND ATTRACTIONS:

Hiking
Experience the unique Karoo landscape on several hiking trails on surrounding farms. Arrangements by Transkaroo Country Lodge.

Khoisan Rock Art
Interesting archeological sites on farms Brakwater, Keurfontein, Maritzdam and Omdraaivlei are considered important heritage sites. Permission required to visit. Contact local tourist information for details.

Stargazing
Excursions to marvel at the sparkling Karoo night sky can be arranged by Transkaroo Country Lodge.

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Britstown Tourism

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GPS co-ordinates:

30° 35' 42" S

23° 30' 9.1" E


Market Street
Britstown

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