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De Rust grew near the southern entrance to Meiringspoort, a mountain route connecting the Klein Karoo and the interior. The village's name means 'the rest', reflecting its long association with travellers, farms and the roads through the Swartberg.
Historical reference: Klein Karoo overview – South African History Online ↗
Town history is an evolving local record. Additional archival sources, community accounts and photographs can help improve this article.