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Abel Erasmus Pass
Afrikaans name: Abel Erasmuspas
Abel Erasmus Pass
Photo © Johan van Zyl
Mpumalanga
The Abel Erasmus Pass connects the highlands of Mpumalanga province with the lowveld of the Limpopo province. The pass is an engineering marvel and it has 62 bends of varying severity. The pass is 24 km in length and the change in altitude is 737 metres. It was officially opened on the 8th May 1959.
One of the highlights of this pass is the JG Strijdom Tunnel which is 133 metres in length. There is a view site at the entrance to the tunnel.
The scenery along the route is spectacular. If you are "lucky" enough to get caught behind a slow-moving truck just relax and enjoy the view.
Abel Erasmus Pass
Photo © Johan van Zyl