Matrouh Governorate lies on Egypt's northwestern Mediterranean coast, in Africa. It is a region of long stretches of pale sand and clear, turquoise sea, and it makes a relaxed choice for a visitor who wants the coast more than the cities of the Nile valley.
The resort town of Marsa Matrouh is the main focus of the governorate. It is a laid-back place to base yourself, with its beaches close at hand and an easy pace that suits a few days of swimming, walking along the shore and unhurried meals by the water.
History on the coast
The governorate also carries traces of the Second World War. The remnants of the Battle of El Alamein are found here, and for many visitors this history gives the trip a second layer beyond the sea. Going to see these sites alongside a beach day is a good way to balance rest and discovery.
What a visit offers
- Pristine white sand beaches and Mediterranean water
- The resort town of Marsa Matrouh as a base
- Sites connected with World War II and the Battle of El Alamein
- A slower, coastal pace away from the bustle of the big cities
If you are deciding whether to go, consider whether you want a seaside stay with some history in reach. Matrouh suits that kind of trip well, and its beaches and its wartime past give it more to offer than a single type of holiday.
