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Germiston Lake

Corner of Lake and Refinery Roads, Johannesburg 1401, South Africa
+27 11 871 7355
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Ranked #41 of 46 attractions in Johannesburg
2.5 of 5 stars 12 Reviews
Type: Bodies of Water
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

Back in the day many years back the 19th hole Mini Golf (Putt Putt) was awesome at the Germiston Lake - now the place is in a terrible state - lots of suspicious people loitering and the place has frnakly gone to the dogs More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

It's ok on quiet days when you just want to chill. The problem is when schools close, the school kids fill the place up, and it's not a pretty sight, with all the alcohol that flows. It's fun though for a chill session with friends or colleagues, if it's not the school closing day. Only problem is the police who... More

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Cape Town
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2012

A great sojourn for the tired limbs and mind. A short trip out of the hustle and bustle of Johannesburg to a somewhat tranquil environment. Be prepared for a little culture shock! More

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Johannseburg SA
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2012

Sad to see a lovely park left unkept and untidy. Should be the place to go to but it is not. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2012

Nice venue and above average food. Would go again More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2012

Not much to say - its a lake in the middle of a suburb - boating, canoe-ing, picnics, and a boating club. I wouldnt swim in it though ! More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 January 2012

Very nice place if you doing a triathlon, otherwise dont bother. More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2012

Not what it used to be like a few years ago. Very unsafe and dirty! Will never go back again! More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 January 2012

A great place to unwind, sail on the lake, jog or ride your bike in the surrounds. More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 December 2011

Just a lake with park around it. Nothing great to see. More

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