Race Results

Attention Runners

Meiringspoort Road Closure:
The poort will be closed from 05:00 – 11:00. No vehicles allowed after 05:00 from Oudtshoorn and De Rust. Only athletes from the Prince Albert side may enter until 06:00.

Aandag Hardlopers

Meiringspoort Padsluiting:
Die poort sal gesluit wees vanaf 05:00 – 11:00. Geen voertuie word na 05:00 toegelaat vanaf Oudtshoorn en De Rust nie. Slegs atlete vanaf Prins Albert se kant sal toegelaat word tot 06:00.

Road Closure

Press release

11 October 2025
From 05:00 – 11:00. No private vehicles in the poort; only official vehicles permitted.

Poortsluiting

Persverklaring

11 Oktober 2025
Van 05:00 tot 11:00 – geen privaatvoertuie word in die poort toegelaat nie; slegs amptelike voertuie sal toegelaat word.

ENTRIES

SOLD OUT

Loyalty entries close on 06 June 2025 at midnight.

Remainder entries open on 07 June 2025 @ 06h00

Charity entries open on 11 June 2025 @ 06h00.

Any Technical Difficulties?

REMAINDER ENTRIES

– NOW CLOSED –

SOLD OUT

CHARITY ENTRIES

Entries open on 11 June 2025 @ 06h00.

Our Video

View our video of the 31st Meiringspoort 21.1km & 12.5km

EVENT INFORMATION

Event Highlights

• 3,300 participants
• 17 sponsors
• 30th Half Marathon
(No race in 2020,
virtual race in 2021)

Route Markers

• Markers every 1 km

Cut-off Times

• 12.5 km: 2.5 hours
• 21.1 km: 3.5 hours

Water Stations

• Available every 3 km

Race Number

• Wear your race number visibly in front at all times for the timing chip.
• Temporary licence numbers must be displayed on your back.

Important Notes

• You’re not allowed to participate in a different distance from the one you registered for.
• Your timing chip is programmed to the distance entered. Failure to comply will bar you from future events!

Safety Instructions

• Always stay on the RIGHT SIDE of the road
• NO earphones, pets, or strollers allowed
• NO alcohol or bicycles allowed
• NO seconding from bicycles or private vehicles permitted
• Age tags must be visible at all times

Accommodation

Oudtshoorn & De Rust Tourism
Tel: +27 (0)44 279 2532
WhatsApp only: +27 (0)71 686 9795
E-mail: enquiries@oudtshoorn.com

Please Note

After a long drought, we are grateful for the rain, but we have experienced significant flood damage in the area. Be cautious of the open holes along the road and watch out for poor road surfaces.

For safety reasons, we ask that all vehicles move out of the area as soon as possible and do not park along the road.

21.1km Half Marathon

READY FOR THE CHALLENGE?

This 21.1 km course winds its way through the picturesque Meiringspoort valley. It’s the perfect challenge to test your endurance and push your limits amid the breathtaking scenery of Meiringspoort.

Distance (km)

Minimum Age

Race Cutt-off

Distance (km)

Minimum Age

Race Cutt-off

12.5km Mini

MINI RUN, MAX FUN!

Want to get outside and enjoy the great outdoors? It offers a fun challenge and a unique way to take in the dramatic cliffs, crystal-clear streams and scenic beauty of the poort.

OUR Apparel

Race Shirt

R400 per shirt

Size Chart

Unisex T-Shirts. Avoid incorrect sizing / disappointment. Carefully study measurements before placing order.

Cap

R150 per cap

Socks

R150 per pair

Sizes

4 – 7
8 – 12

Fleecy

R90 per blanket

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Meiringspoort 21.1 & 12.5km
Lucky Draw

Purchase your raffle ticket and stand a chance to win one of three incredible prizes.

Join us in supporting a meaningful cause at this year’s fundraiser. Your contribution will go a long way in aiding various charitable organisations that make a real difference in our communities.

Win a stunning prize AND give back? Now that’s a WIN-WIN!

Paul Treleven Painting

¼ Kruger Rand

What Participants

say ABOUT US

Charlene Rademeyer

Big thanks to the organizers of Meiringspoort 21.1km & 12.5km! Our club, Run4Christ, had an incredible time. Every moment was enjoyable, and we’re definitely looking forward to coming back.

Zoë Merson-Davies

Thank you. Thank you! What a lovely event. My 4th run (and part walk) Never say you can’t!!!
2019 diagnosed with 3 rare blood diseases, Sept 2021 a bone marrow transplant April 2023 a stroke. October 2023 the privilege of running/walking this amazing race. Thank you for the prayer at the beginning (last year I missed this moment of reflection! ) What a beautiful day and well run event. You are all superstars! Art with Heart. Megan O’Donnell loved seeing you again!! Hugs.

Jorrie Jordaan

Baie dankie aan almal wat betrokke was. Dit was n baie lekker dag en voorreg om deel te kan wees. Die natuurskoon in die area is ongelooflik mooi. Tot volgende jaar 🏃‍♂️

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