Free State, South Africa · Africa
Dewetsdorp sits on the route: 40 minutes from Botshabelo.
Dewetsdorp is a town located in Free State, South Africa. With a population of 11,379, it is an important destination in Africa.
On a road trip, Dewetsdorp sits in South Africa, where you drive on the left. It's in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Dewetsdorp to your route.
Dewetsdorp is a small town in the Free State province of South Africa, 68 km south-east of Bloemfontein. The town was set up, without approval of the Volksraad, by field-cornet Jacobus de Wet, father of the Second Anglo-Boer War general Christiaan de Wet. Eventually recognized officially, the town became aRead more
municipality and named De Wet in 1890. General Christiaan de Wet successfully attacked English forces stationed there in November 1900.
It was laid out on the farm Kareefontein in 1876 and at first bore this name. Applications to the Volksraad in 1876 for the establishment of a village failed, but another request in 1879 led to recognition in 1880 under the name Dewetsdorp. Municipal status was attained in 1890. Dewetsdorp was the scene of heavy fighting in the Second Anglo-Boer War. In 1927, three officials died when the town hall was blown up by one Huibrecht Jacob de Leeuw in an attempt to cover up evidence of his embezzlement of town funds. The new Town Hall, built in 1928, was declared a South African Heritage Site in 1995.
Compare prices across Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, and more. Select your dates to see availability.
Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.
Compare before you book!
Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Dewetsdorp.
Discover famous landmarks, scenic roads, and more near Dewetsdorp.
Dewetsdorp offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.
Plan your road trip to Dewetsdorp with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Dewetsdorp as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.
Dewetsdorp is located in Free State, South Africa, Africa. The coordinates are -29.5827 latitude, 26.6651 longitude.
Dewetsdorp has a population of approximately 11,379 people, making it a town in South Africa.
Add to your itinerary
Start planning your road trip with Dewetsdorp as a destination. Create a custom route and discover more amazing places along the way.
Start Road TripDiscover destinations like Tinder
Swipe through stunning destinations near Dewetsdorp. Save your favourites and add them to your trip.
Essential numbers in South Africa
112 works from mobiles. Avoid driving at night in rural areas; keep doors locked in cities.
Full driving guide for South AfricaOther places to explore near Dewetsdorp.
Create your perfect itinerary with our calendar-based planner. Add stops, discover attractions along the way, and share your trip with friends.
Start Planning