History of Vredendal

Province: Western Cape
West Coast
Coordinates: 31°39′52″S 18°30′22″E
Area: 23.08 km2
Municipality: Matzikama

Origin of the name

Vredendal meaning “valley of Peace” was established on a farm of the same name which dates back to 1748. it was laid out as a suburb in 1933 at the start of the Olifants River irrigation project and it gained town status only in 1944. It became a separate municipality in 1963. The area is known for its agriculture and viticulture. including Table grapes, raisins, and award-winning wines are produced.

The postcode for Vredendal is 8160 and the license plate prefix is     CV

Things to see and do in Vredendal

• Parkrun – Parc de Lausanne, Lausanne Rd,7.00 am every Saturday vredendal@parkrun.com
• The Matzikama Eco-Park, Matzikama means “place of water has hiking trails, bird hides, botanical gardens, and a bird aviary,

WEATHER IN VREDENDAL TODAY

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Useful Numbers

• Police: 027 201 3200
• Traffic department: 027 213 1269  
• Home Affairs: 027 213 2052
• Fire: 027 213 1379
• Water; 027 201 3404:
• Electricity: 0823237464
• Ambulance: 10177
• Post office; 027 213 1100
• Library: 027 213 1045
• Closest hospital; 027 312 2036
• Pharmacy; 027 213 1510
• SPCA: Matzikama dierebeskerming 027 213 4182
• Schools: Spruitdrift 027 213 4344
• Tourism; 027 201 3376