Ermelo, the garden town of Mpumalanga is also considered the gateway to the province. Which comes as no surprise due to the town’s ideal location along the Vaal River and the convenient fact that it connects with three national highways: the N2, N11, and the N17.
Admired for its natural beauty, mixed farming endeavours, educational centre, and mining enterprise, the town of Ermelo has a lot to offer. From the story of how a phoenix came to be on its coat of arms to its diverse plant life allowing for lush surrounds, Ermelo is truly the gateway and garden town of Mpumalanga.
Fun Fact: Ermelo was also the birthplace of the famous South African reggae musician, Lucky Dube.
A perfect location for outdoor pursuits is found in the grass and wetland landscape of Ermelo. Plenty of bird watching opportunities exist d...