ClarensClarens, located in the Free State is the northern window to the DrakensbergClarens, located in the Free State is the northern window to the Drakensberg Clarens is a small farming town situated in the foothills of the Rooiberge in the Free State Province of South Africa and called the "Jewel of the Free State". It was established in 1912 and named after the town in Switzerland where exiled Paul Kruger spent his last days. Today it has a flourishing tourist trade, and an artist community When not exploring the beautiful country side surrounding Clarens, visitors can enjoy a multitude of fine art galleries, shops and restaurants. And if you have a need for something adventurous, then the Eastern Free State offers you a wide range of outdoor and sporting activities such as a brisk 9 holes at the scenic Clarens Golf Club and like those in the Midlands, some the finest trout and fly fishing waters in the country. Other activities marking Clarens as the adventure capital of South Africa are river rafting, abseiling, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, four wheeler bikes, paint ball, clay pigeon shooting, 4x4 trails, tennis, squash, bowls and Greywing Partridge shooting. On the more relaxing side is bird and game watching, hunting for dinosaur remains and viewing the many bushmen paintings in the area. No matter your reason for visiting. From a romantic weekend to business conferences and team building weekends. Clarens South Africa will leave you feeling refreshed and invigorated. And wanting more. Accommodation directory for Clarens |
