Groblersdal
Groblersdal is a farming town in the Olifants River valley in southern Limpopo, a short drive north of Loskop Dam. It is the seat of Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality in Sekhukhune District. It is described as South Africa's second-largest irrigation settlement, producing citrus, table grapes, cotton, wheat, maize, vegetables, peanuts and lucerne, and serves as the shopping hub for the surrounding farms and villages.
History
The town was laid out on the farm Klipbank and named after its original owner, W.J. Grobler. It grew around the Loskop Dam irrigation scheme after the dam on the Olifants River was completed in 1939. The municipality, formerly Greater Groblersdal, is now named after anti-apartheid activist Elias Motsoaledi.
Getting there
Groblersdal lies on the N11, with the R25 linking it to Bronkhorstspruit and Gauteng. Loskop Dam is about 15-20 minutes south, and Marble Hall is 26 km to the north-west. Pretoria and Johannesburg are roughly two hours away by road.
Weather & climate
Warm bushveld climate (about 920 m above sea level). Summers are hot, with most rain falling as afternoon thunderstorms from about November to March. Winters are mild, sunny and dry, with cool nights.
Things to do
- Farm visits and farm stallsGroblersdal is the country's second-largest irrigation settlement. The valley grows citrus, table grapes, cotton, wheat, vegetables and more.
- Fishing and boating at Loskop DamThe dam has boat slipways and is known for bream and carp angling. Water skiing, windsurfing and boat-based game viewing are also possible.
- Golf at Groblersdal Golf Club9-hole, par-36 parkland course near town. It is open to the public from Tuesday to Sunday, and booking tee times is recommended.
Things to see
- Loskop Dam Nature Reserve12,700 ha reserve around Loskop Dam on the Olifants River. It was established in 1940 and is home to almost 70 mammal species. You can view game on foot or by boat, and the dam is good for bream and carp angling.
- Loskop Reptile ParkFamily reptile park just before the entrance to Loskop Dam Nature Reserve.
- Schuinsdraai Nature Reserve (Flag Boshielo Dam)Reserve of about 9,200 ha around Flag Boshielo Dam, roughly 42 km north of Groblersdal. Wildlife includes giraffe, zebra, wildebeest and brown hyena, and visitors come for picnics, birding and fishing.
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Auto Electro Tech
Auto electrician and electrical repairs.
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Groblersdal, Limpopo
Auto Pedigree Groblersdal
Auto Pedigree used-car dealership.
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Groblersdal, Limpopo
BP Groblersdal
BP filling station.
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Groblersdal, Limpopo
FreshStop at Caltex Groblersdal
Caltex filling station with a FreshStop convenience store.
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Groblersdal, Limpopo
Groblersdal Toyota
Toyota dealership selling new and used vehicles, with a service department.
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Groblersdal, Limpopo
Hi-Q Groblersdal
Hi-Q tyre fitment centre that also does shocks, batteries, brakes and wheel alignment.
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Groblersdal, Limpopo
Hyundai Groblersdal
Hyundai dealership.
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Groblersdal, Limpopo
Isuzu Groblersdal
Isuzu dealership.
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Groblersdal, Limpopo
McGee Ford Groblersdal
Ford dealership.
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Groblersdal, Limpopo
Motors Repair Centre
Motor repairs and engine servicing.
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Groblersdal, Limpopo
Puma Pre-Owned Motors
Used-car dealership.
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Groblersdal, Limpopo
Supa Quick Groblersdal
Supa Quick fitment centre for tyres, batteries, exhausts and wheels.
Tyres & Exhausts
Groblersdal, Limpopo
Supreme Autobody & Towing
Panel beating and towing service.
Panel Beaters
Groblersdal, Limpopo
Suzuki Groblersdal
Suzuki dealership.
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Groblersdal, Limpopo
TATA Groblersdal
TATA vehicle outlet.
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Groblersdal, Limpopo
TM Nissan Groblersdal
Nissan dealership selling new and used vehicles.
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Groblersdal, Limpopo
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