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