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A small farming community, Fouriesburg was founded in 1892 and named after one Christoffel Fourie. The town and surrounds offers a wide range of activities and is the quieter alternative to Clarens, just 30kms away.

The yearly Cherry Festival has become a major event on the social calendars of many South Africans.

Nestled in the heart of the mountainous Eastern Free State, the countryside is guaranteed to take your breath away.

The town is situated in the beautiful Eastern Free State Highlands of South Africa, and surrounded by magnificent views of mountains and colourful sandstone cliffs.

Accommodation for visitors is comprised of a choice of Bed & Breakfast, full board, self-contained cottages, camping and caravan sites. Overlooking the majestic Maluti Mountains, Fouriesburg is an ideal gateway to explore the Kingdom of Lesotho.

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The infamous Katse Dam and the Lesotho Highlands Water Scheme, the ski slopes in the South African winter, dinosaur footprints and other historical sites as well as various arts & crafts centres are all easily accessible via Caledonspoort border post, 9 kilometres from Fouriesburg

Emergency number - (058) 223 0262

About Fouriesburg

Set in the Free State mountain scenery, this town leads hikers past a large number of Bushman paintings, some inforamtionFouriesburg of which are well preserved. Its attractive location and the range of activities offered make this town a popular venue for family vacations. There are three different hiking trails on the Bushman Cave hiking trail, from 3 to 16 km in length:

l. The Hoenderkop Hiking Trail leads to the castle.

2.The Old Fort Hiking Trail is shorter and follows an easy route to a cave with Bushman paintings.

3. The Bird Trail is a short walk to a valley near the overnight camp, filled with plenty of birds to see. Visit the sandstone church, the blockhouse (only 2 of it's type in the country) & museum, where former commandos camped. Pres Steyn House -the lowly dwelling of the former Free State President. The Fouriesburg Country Inn is steeped in history and the facades are taken from historical railway buildings. The underground wine cellar is also an unique feature.

Come experience the clean fresh air and the beautiful sights and sounds of this quiet little town in the Eastern-Freestate.

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