This is an easy tarred pass running on the east-west axis on the northern side of the Magaliesberg, and in relatively close proximity to South Africa's "Platinum Belt" - one of the richest platinum reserves in the world and better known in recent times for the Marikana Massacre where protesting miners were shot by police. The pass also associates itself with happier events like the ATKV resort near the start with its indoor pools and some excellent fresh-water angling in the Buffelspoort Dam. The pass is of average length; has no dangerous corners and offers moderate gradients. It is suitable for all vehicles.
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