Béjaïa Province

Béjaïa Province is located in northern Algeria along the Mediterranean coast, featuring mountainous terrain of the Kabylie region and fertile valleys below. The territory is divided into administrative municipalities connected by road networks that link towns and villages together.

The region became an independent province in 1974 when it separated from the Sétif administrative territory. This reorganization allowed for more localized governance and development of the area.

The province is a center of Kabyle culture, where traditional music, crafts, and cuisine shape daily life in villages and markets. Local communities maintain their customs through celebrations and family gatherings that reflect their ancestral heritage.

Visitors should expect varying road conditions depending on mountain elevation, with spring and autumn offering the most comfortable travel times. The coastal capital city serves as the main entry point for exploring the province and accessing different areas.

Gouraya National Park protects one of Africa's last populations of Barbary macaques, which visitors can encounter on nature walks. This location is globally recognized for these rare primates and their coastal forest habitat.

Location: Algeria

Capital city: Béjaïa

Elevation above the sea: 30 m

Reference: 06

Shares border with: Jijel Province, Sétif Province, Bordj Bou Arréridj Province, Bouira Province, Tizi Ouzou Province

GPS coordinates: 36.75000,5.06667

Latest update: December 17, 2025 09:31