KLEIN KAROO NEWS - Experience sport, scenery, and community at the 10th Meiringspoort Challenge taking place this Saturday, 17 May, where rugged trails, epic views, and conservation meet in the heart of the Swartberg Mountains.
Participants can choose from various mountain biking distances - 26km, 41,5km, and 61,5km, with the latter also accommodating e-bikes and tandems.
Trail runners have options of 9,5km and 19,5km routes.
All races commence and conclude at the NG Church grounds in De Rust, providing a central and accessible location for attendees.
For more details about the Meiringspoort Challenge and the festivities lined up, click here.
Online entries close on Thursday 15 May at 18:00.
A favourite amongst nature lovers
Tucked between towering cliffs and endless skies, the Meiringspoort Pass cuts through the Swartberg Mountains - the gateway into the soul of the Klein Karoo.
Here, in the heart of the Cape Karoo, nature tells its story in sandstone folds, freshwater pools, and wide, starlit nights.
It’s a destination where raw beauty, rich biodiversity, and warm-hearted community converge - offering not just a place to race, but a place to experience.
From the charming village of De Rust to the dramatic formations of the poort itself, this region is a haven for local travellers seeking more than the ordinary. Hike through fynbos-covered hills, sample local flavours at farm stalls, or simply breathe in the serenity of landscapes shaped by time.
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