Landing Strip Loop

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Difficulty

Intermediate
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Distance

16.86 km

Duration

0h45
Medium level of fitness required. Riders will encounter a stretch of the route which may necessitate the rider having to dismount and walk .

ROUTE DETAIL

Leave the Hotel and travel over the bridge straddling the vlei and continue on the sand road towards Amersfort. At the first road turn right towards the Landing strip. Continue past the landing strip entrance. This is a straight road.

It may be possible to see Crowned cranes in this area. Along the way you will pass a small grave stone on the right hand side.

The rider will be travelling on a narrow path at times. Eventually the route will become very challenging, even for the most experienced cyclist and it is recommended that you dismount and walk. Further on the rider will come to a low water bridge. Carry on and follow the path which will cross a stream. An African smallholding will be to the left of the path. On the right will be an old stone building originally used as a shed or stable. Follow the road which will eventually connect with the R543. Turn right and follow the road back to town. Suggest that you ride facing the oncoming traffic. On route back to Town you will cycle past Martins Dam.

Places of Interest along this route:

  • Wetlands bridge
  • Landing strip
  • Small grave stone
  • Low water bridge
  • Stream
  • African smallholding
  • Old stone building
  • Martins Dam

ROUTE ELEVATION PROFILE