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Robertson

Western Cape, South Africa · Africa

About Robertson

Robertson sits on the route: 20 minutes from Ashton, 42km from Route 62.

Robertson is a town located in Western Cape, South Africa. With a population of 33,204, it is an important destination in Africa.

On a road trip, Robertson 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 Robertson to your route.

About Robertson

The Dutch Reformed Church in Robertson is a large rural congregation in Robertson, South Africa, in the province of the Western Cape and the NG Church's Synod of the Western and Southern Cape. It was founded in 1853 as the 52nd congregation in the entire Church, but is currently (2015) the 51st oldest congregation

Read more after the incorporation of the NG congregation Middelburg, Cape with its daughter congregation, Middelburg-Uitsig, in 2010.

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Where is Robertson located?

Robertson is located in Western Cape, South Africa, Africa. The coordinates are -33.8034 latitude, 19.8854 longitude.

What is the population of Robertson?

Robertson has a population of approximately 33,204 people, making it a town in South Africa.

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Quick Information

Population
33,204
Continent
Africa
Country
South Africa
Region
Western Cape
Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Coordinates
-33.8034, 19.8854

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 Robertson

1 notable place within an hour's drive.

famous road

Route 62

South Africa's longest wine route, a scenic alternative to the Garden Route passing through the Klein Karoo and wine valleys.

42 km · about 50 min drive

Driving roads near Robertson

  • 42 kmRoute 62South Africa's longest wine route, a scenic alternative to the Garden Route passing through the Klein Karoo and wine valleys.
  • 68 kmFranschhoek PassA sweeping tarred climb out of the Franschhoek wine valley on the R45, following an old elephant migration route and offering a lay-by view back over the vineyard-filled bowl. Quick to drive and a favourite of Cape Town car clubs.
  • 73 kmHuguenot TunnelSouth Africa's longest road tunnel, boring 3.9 km through the Du Toitskloof mountains on the N1 near Paarl and bypassing the old scenic pass above it.
  • 76 kmBainskloof PassAn 1853 Thomas Bain pass that runs as a narrow ledge blasted into the mountainside above the Witte River, barely altered since construction and now a national monument. The tarred road is single-lane in places with dramatic drop-offs.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Robertson.

Ashton

🇿🇦 South Africa

16 km awayPop. 15,964

McGregor

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17 km awayPop. 3,744

Montagu

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22 km awayPop. 18,182

Bonnievale

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24 km awayPop. 10,893

Greyton

🇿🇦 South Africa

37 km awayPop. 3,329

Riviersonderend

🇿🇦 South Africa

39 km awayPop. 6,284

Genadendal

🇿🇦 South Africa

40 km awayPop. 6,784

De Doorns

🇿🇦 South Africa

42 km awayPop. 12,679

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