Ceres | Aloe Green

This map of Ceres, located in the Western Cape, is a modern and detailed map that focuses on this old agricultural town and its iconic landmarks. These include the old town centre on the western bank of the Dwars River, and the newer developments on the eastern bank. The large fruit juice plants are to the east of the town and the Mitchell’s Pass through the Witsenberg Mountains is in the south west corner.  All of the buildings and the road & rail infrastructures are shown.

This map is an original creation by our design studio at Africa Map Art, and is based on data from various up-to-date sources.  Our default paper choice is the high quality 210gsm heavyweight coated paper with a matte finish, which achieves excellent colour and resolution which is perfect for framing.  A 260gsm satin photo paper is also available for those who prefer a different texture and finish.  We welcome personalisation and customisation requests, such as highlighting of specific buildings or features, adjusting the colour scheme, or the addition of text and images.  Please contact us for a quote.

Ceres, nestled in a valley known as the "Koue Bokkeveld" (Cold Bokkeveld), has a history as one of the oldest farming areas in South Africa. European settlers first arrived in the region in the early 18th century, establishing stock and later fruit farming. The town itself was founded in 1849, following the construction of Mitchell's Pass, which greatly improved accessibility to the area. Named after the Roman goddess of agriculture, Ceres became a vital stop on the main route to the diamond fields of Kimberley, bringing it prosperity. Today, it remains a major centre for the deciduous fruit industry, with its name synonymous with fruit juices exported worldwide.