Fort Beaufort Heritage Loop

Fort Beaufort is one of the most historically significant towns in the Eastern Cape — a British frontier fort established in 1822 during the Cape Frontier Wars, surrounded by the landscape where some of the most consequential events in 19th-century South African history unfolded. The 28km Heritage Loop explores the historic frontier landscape on gravel roads and singletrack with the Amatola Mountains providing a dramatic backdrop.

What to Expect

Gravel farm roads and singletrack on gently rolling to moderately hilly Amatola foothills terrain. Historic fort sites, settler farm ruins and the characteristic Eastern Cape Frontier landscape are encountered throughout. The riding is intermediate in effort with good scenery and historical depth throughout.

Getting There

Fort Beaufort is on the R63 in the eastern midlands. GPS: -32.7789, 26.6312.

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