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Template:Infobox South African town Breidbach is a suburb of King William's Town in South Africa, situated in the Border region of the Eastern Cape province.

Breidbach was originally established in 1857 as a settlement for members of the British German Legion.[1] The population today consists mostly of Coloureds and Xhosas. The area boasts a rich culture of sports enthusiasts (mainly cricket, rugby and soccer) and church-goers.

Breidbach has two schools, a primary school and secondary school, both are double-medium (co-ed). The attractions are: night clubs, sports field, clinic, library, community (civic) centre, butchery and churches.

The Yellowwoods waterfalls in the Yellowwoods River, a tributary of the Buffalo River, is to be found near the town.

References

  1. ^ "Breidbach: Entertainment in the 1960's & 70's". Amathole Museum. Retrieved 3 January 2014.