The N11, an undiscovered tourist gem
The N11 project will provide plenty of opportunities for the province
Since February 2015, SA’s National Road Agency (SANRAL) has been renovating section 10 of the N11 – from Middelburg (23,5 km) to the Olifants River Bridge, a stone’s throw from Damwal’s commercial hub (53,4 km).
The project, valued at more than R404 million, is aimed at improving safety and combating loss of life in the notorious Kranspoort Pass. The scope of work included the widening of the pass to accommodate more traffic – adding two lanes in each direction, both up and down.
The improvements included the installation of concrete barriers and two arrestor beds for downhill runaway trucks.
Since the February 2015 start of the project, the road construction was envisaged to be completed by the end of August 2017, and everyone involved has succeeded in achieving this.
The road is expected to be formally handed over to SANRAL at the end of October.
The N11 project will provide plenty of opportunities for the province, since it is an important link to Limpopo and the vibrant tourism hub situated along the route, including Forever Loskop Dam and the neighbouring reserve.
A major attraction in the region, the reserve is home to more than 70 species of wildlife – including buffalo, leopard and white rhino.
A 40-page supplement highlighting the opportunities along the N11 will be included in WITBANK NEWS on September 29.
For October you will find digital features with all the tourist attractions on the N11.
