Agoué plage

Agoué plage is a wide sandy beach in Grand Popo that stretches to the water and is lined with coconut palms. The shore is long and flat with soft sand, while coral reefs near the coast keep the water calmer at certain times.

The coastline of Grand Popo has been a fishing and trading place for generations, where communities lived closely with the sea. Over time, traders and later missionaries arrived, shaping the region and bringing cultural changes.

Agoué plage is where fishermen work daily and local families gather to enjoy time by the water. You can see people collecting shells and preparing food on the sand, activities that tie the community to the sea and its rhythms.

The beach is easy to reach via small paths leading to the sand, and local guides can show you the best spots. Be aware that swimming can be dangerous due to underwater rocks and reefs, especially when the tide comes in.

The area has struggled with coastal erosion since the 1950s, with the sea steadily reclaiming land and entire villages disappearing. Government projects and international cooperation work to slow this natural process and protect the shoreline.

Location: Grand Popo

Address: 6MWF+5X7, Grand Popo, Benin

GPS coordinates: 6.24476,1.67430

Latest update: December 22, 2025 11:05