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Ludlow

Limpopo, South Africa · Africa

About Ludlow

Ludlow sits on the route: 5 minutes from Eglington B, 46km from Bourke's Luck Potholes.

Ludlow is a town located in Limpopo, South Africa. With a population of 5,766, it is an important destination in Africa.

On a road trip, Ludlow 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 Ludlow to your route.

About Ludlow

Ludlow is a town in Ehlanzeni District Municipality in the Mpumalanga province of South Africa. It is a famous landmark and historical place

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What are the best things to do in Ludlow?

Ludlow 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.

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Where is Ludlow located?

Ludlow is located in Limpopo, South Africa, Africa. The coordinates are -24.6692 latitude, 31.2793 longitude.

What is the population of Ludlow?

Ludlow has a population of approximately 5,766 people, making it a town in South Africa.

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Quick Information

Population
5,766
Continent
Africa
Country
South Africa
Region
Limpopo
Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Coordinates
-24.6692, 31.2793

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in South Africa

Police
10111
Ambulance
10177
Fire
10177
All emergencies
112
Driving side
left

112 works from mobiles. Avoid driving at night in rural areas; keep doors locked in cities.

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Worth the detour from Ludlow

4 notable places within an hour's drive.

scenic viewpoint

God's Window Viewpoint

A cliff-edge viewpoint on South Africa's Panorama Route, looking down 700 metres to the lush Lowveld and across to the distant Drakensberg escarpment.

46 km · about 55 min drive

natural wonder

Bourke's Luck Potholes

Swirling cylindrical rock pools scoured into yellow sandstone where the Treur River meets the Blyde, linked by footbridges just off the R532 Panorama Route. Named for a prospector who correctly predicted gold nearby.

46 km · about 55 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Blyde River Canyon Viewpoint (Three Rondavels)

Three massive round rock formations resembling traditional huts, overlooking the third largest canyon in the world along South Africa's Panorama Route.

50 km · about 55 min drive

famous road

Panorama Route

Mpumalanga's classic escarpment drive on the R532 linking God's Window, Bourke's Luck Potholes and Blyde River Canyon: waterfalls and viewpoints strung along the Drakensberg edge.

53 km · about 60 min drive

Driving roads near Ludlow

  • 46 kmGod's Window ViewpointA cliff-edge viewpoint on South Africa's Panorama Route, looking down 700 metres to the lush Lowveld and across to the distant Drakensberg escarpment.
  • 50 kmBlyde River Canyon Viewpoint (Three Rondavels)Three massive round rock formations resembling traditional huts, overlooking the third largest canyon in the world along South Africa's Panorama Route.
  • 53 kmPanorama RouteMpumalanga's classic escarpment drive on the R532 linking God's Window, Bourke's Luck Potholes and Blyde River Canyon: waterfalls and viewpoints strung along the Drakensberg edge.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Ludlow.

Eglington B

🇿🇦 South Africa

4 km awayPop. 1,054

Clare A

🇿🇦 South Africa

5 km awayPop. 2,518

Allandale A

🇿🇦 South Africa

5 km awayPop. 2,743

Islington

🇿🇦 South Africa

5 km awayPop. 4,560

Edinburgh B

🇿🇦 South Africa

5 km awayPop. 2,978

Hluvukani

🇿🇦 South Africa

7 km awayPop. 9,631

Burlington

🇿🇦 South Africa

8 km awayPop. 4,154

Godide

🇿🇦 South Africa

8 km awayPop. 6,291

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