North Coast location

 

The city of the North Coast in Egypt is considered one of the most important coastal cities located in the far northwest of the country on the coasts of the Mediterranean Sea. This city is characterized by its beaches with clear water, fine sand, and mild weather, which makes it a favorite destination for many Egyptians and foreign tourists during the summer.

The North Coast is an ideal place for recreation and summer holidays, where visitors can enjoy the beautiful beaches and bathe in the turquoise waters. In addition, there are many luxury resorts and world-class hotels in the area, ensuring visitors a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

North Coast location

The northern coast in Egypt is a long coastal strip that extends from the city of Rafah in the Sinai Peninsula in the east to Sallum on the border between Egypt and Libya in the west, and is considered one of the longest coasts of the Mediterranean at all.

The city of the North Coast, with its new appearance, represents a modern and unique area that differs from the well-known old area that used to attract people in previous years. Many of the problems that were facing the old area in the new North Coast were solved thanks to its unique features and improvements.

The old coast extends from the 21st kilometer to the 105th kilometer on the Alexandria-Matrouh Road, while the new coastline extends from the 120th kilometer to Marsa Matrouh. This new extension provides more space for development and new investments, thus opening up greater opportunities for tourism and recreation in the region.

North Coast city area

The northern coast of Egypt, known as “North Coast Egypt”, extends for a length of 1,050 kilometers, starting from the city of Rafah in the east, as mentioned earlier, and extending to the city of Salloum in the far west of Egypt. The northern coast starts from the city of Alexandria in the northeast.

One of the advantages of the land of the North Coast is that it is characterized by ease, as it does not contain any heights or mountains, as is found on the coasts of the Red Sea or other coasts of the Mediterranean. This plain nature makes it home to wide and flat sandy beaches that are distinguished by their beauty and provide ample spaces for enjoying recreational activities and recreation along the coast.

The North Coast is an ideal place for tourist gatherings and resorts, as the region is characterized by its mild climate and turquoise waters. It is also a popular destination for Egyptians and foreign tourists during the summer because of its attractiveness and the beauty of its distinctive nature.

North coast transportation

The North Coast in Egypt is easily accessible from several cities, thanks to the distribution of 4 main gates on 4 important main roads. Here are the most important cities that visitors can easily reach to the North Coast:

• Cairo: Visitors can reach the North Coast from Cairo via the “New Fouka Road” highway, which connects the new North Coast Road with the city of Cairo, making the journey take no more than an hour and a half.
• Alexandria: It is possible to reach from the city of Alexandria to the northern coast via the main road “Alexandria-Matrouh”, which passes through the villages and beaches of the city of Burj Al-Arab and the areas west of Alexandria.
• Matrouh: There is a gate at Marsa Matrouh Road, where visitors can reach the northern coast from the city of Matruh via kilo 70, which is a highway that facilitates access to many resorts and beautiful beaches on the coast.
• Port Said and Ismailia: Visitors can reach the northern coast via the desert road, as there is a gate at the 130th kilometer road, and it provides easy and convenient access to the city.

Thanks to these main gates and important main roads, the northern coast of Egypt is easily accessible from various cities, which makes it a popular and popular tourist destination for visitors and travelers during the summer.

New Fouka Road

Work has been done to construct the new Fouka Road by the Armed Forces, at a cost of about 110 million pounds. This road starts from Juhayna Square in 6th of October City and extends to the North Coast. This road has several advantages, the most important of which are:

• Shortening the distance: The new Fouka Road significantly shortens the distance between Cairo and the North Coast, saving time and effort for travelers and visitors.
• Increase comfort and safety: The road has a modern and excellent design that facilitates traffic and improves driving safety, which contributes to reducing road accidents and improving the comfort of drivers and passengers.
• Developing the area: The new Fouka Road provided opportunities for development and investment in the surrounding areas, as it facilitates the access of visitors and residents to the tourist and economic areas on the northern coast.
• Improving economic linkage: The road improves economic linkage between Cairo and the northern coast, which enhances trade and investments between the two regions.
• Promoting tourism: The new Fouka Road will boost the tourism sector in the North Coast, as it will facilitate tourists' access to the beautiful resorts and beaches on the coast.

The road has one beginning from Juhayna Square, but it leads to 4 endings and its location is as follows: 

• Exit at Marsa Matrouh Road.
• Second exit at kilometer 230.
• A third exit at kilometer 170.
• Fourth exit at kilometer 130.

Division of the North Coast 

The North Coast is divided into 4 regions, as follows:

Northeast coast

The northern coast of Egypt extends from the city of Port Said in the west to Rafah in the east. The northern coast is characterized by the presence of Lake Bardawil and Lake Manzala, which gives it a picturesque natural look.

This region is of great economic importance, as it is a popular tourist destination and hosts a number of important cities, including:

• Rafah
• Arish
• Port Said

Northern Delta coast

The northern coast of Egypt is characterized by the presence of Lake Idku, Lake Mariout, and Lake Burullus. The region is characterized by its fertile lands as a result of its location in the Nile Delta, and includes many important cities, such as:

• Damietta.
• Ras El Bar.
• Rashid.
• Baltim.
• Jamasa.
• Ezbet El-Burj.

Northwest coast

It extends from the city of El Alamein in the east to Salloum, and the area there is distinguished by its height above sea level, so snow and rain fall on it, especially in the winter season, and there are the following cities:

• hyena.
• Salloum.
• Marsa Matrouh.
• sir brani
• Sir Abdul Rahman.

Central North Coast

One of the most important areas of the North Coast city from an economic point of view, and it extends from El Alamein in the west to Alexandria in the east, and among its most important cities are the following:

• Marina.
• El Alamein.
• Burj Al Arab.
• Sir Kerr.
• Alexandria.

North Coast city services and features

• Paved beaches with clear blue waters and soft sand.
• Green spaces, landscapes and stunning nature.
• Yacht marina and marina for fishing and more.
• Public and covered swimming pools for women.
• Places and recreational areas for children and their own swimming pools.
• Shops, shopping centers and malls.
• Aqua park, water games, gym, spa and jacuzzi.
• Fully equipped medical centers ready for emergencies.
• Security and guarding services and surveillance cameras.
• Diversity in residential units and spaces.
• Appropriate prices for the services provided.
• Payment facilities and installment systems.

North coast village names

• Fouka Bay Village.
• Bo Sands Village.
• Blumar Wadi Degla.
• Porto Marina Village.
• Sila village on the coast.
• Marseille coast.
• Porto Marina Golf.
• Hacienda Bay Village.
• Golden Beach.
• Heidi's Village.
• lotus village
• Sidra Village.
• Emerald Village.
• Dream Village.
• Casabianca.
• Badr village.
• Green Village.
• Rawda Village.
• Aida village.
• Swan Lake.
• Sea Shell.
• Diplo Village.
• Mina Village 5.
• Kai village.
• hills village.
• Sidra Village.
• Stella Village.
• Sunrise Village.
• Marakia village.
• Montazah Village.
• Dimora village.
• Ramses village.
• Rimas village.
• Cleopatra's Village.
• La Serna Village.
• Marasi village.
• La Vista Village.
• Sumed village.
• Al-Karwan village.
• Tiparose Village.
• Turquoise Village.
•  Marbella Village.
• Jefaira village.
• Bo Island Village.
• Amwaj Village.
• Coast Marina.

Hammam city, North Coast

One of the most famous and largest cities on the North Coast in terms of area, with an area of about 90 square kilometers. It is an administrative center belonging to the Matrouh Governorate, and it includes several villages, which we mention as follows:

1. Awlad Jibril village with an area of 9.5 square kilometers.
2. Al-Shamama village, with an area of 34.75 square kilometers.
3. Al-Ameed Coast Village, with an area of 18.8 square kilometers.
4. The village of Awlad Masoud, with an area of 21 square kilometers.
5. Al-Ameed village with an area of 60 square kilometers.

The best entertainment venues in the North Coast city

1. The abandoned village

This area is located before the village of Green Beach, about 74 kilometers on the northern coast of Egypt. This area is known as a distinctive marine fishing destination, as it includes integrated marine life, including fish and rare marine creatures. It is considered one of the main areas for practicing fishing in the northern Egyptian coast.

The clear waters and the rich and diverse environment of this region provide an ideal environment for the reproduction and presence of various marine species, making it an attractive destination for fishing enthusiasts. It gives them the opportunity to enjoy an exciting fishing experience and enjoy watching rare marine life.

2. Zahran City Park

This place is located at kilometer 82.5 on the North Coast Road, and it is a wide and varied area that includes recreational facilities and fun games for children and families. It is characterized by providing a group of shops and gift shops, as well as a variety of restaurants, cafes and other recreational facilities.

This area is an ideal destination for recreation and enjoyment, as visitors can enjoy fun activities and games that are suitable for everyone, including children. They can wander around the shops and search for various gifts and products. Visitors also enjoy the experience of eating delicious meals in the wonderful restaurants and cafes in the area.

This area is an ideal place to spend time with family and friends and provides a fun and relaxing experience for visitors of all ages. These wonderful facilities add a touch of joy and fun to the beauty of the North Coast in Egypt.

3. El Alamein Military Museum

This place houses everything related to World War II, including ammunition, weapons and military equipment. It also contains a set of maps and military plans that tell the details of the battles and war operations that took place during that important time period.

The entrance ticket price for this venue is estimated at 5 pounds only, and a photography fee of 1,000 pounds is charged 10 Pounds for those wishing to photograph inside the site. This place gives visitors the opportunity to learn about war history and explore the past of World War II through the original weapons and equipment on display, and learn about the military plans and strategies that were adopted during that time period.

This place is considered a valuable opportunity for the public to discover important details of the history of World War II and to document this experience through photographing the memory. It allows visitors to understand historical events and their impact on the world and the importance of learning from the past to build a better future.