Point Denis, Coastal resort near Libreville, Gabon
Point Denis stretches along a peninsula between the Atlantic Ocean and Gabon Estuary, featuring white sand beaches bordered by dense vegetation.
The settlement developed during French colonial presence in the 19th century as a strategic point for maritime navigation and coastal trade routes.
Local inhabitants maintain traditional fishing practices and prepare regional dishes using fresh seafood caught in the surrounding waters of Point Denis.
Visitors reach Point Denis by taking a 30-minute boat ride from Libreville, with services running multiple times throughout the day from the main harbor.
The beaches of Point Denis serve as nesting grounds for leatherback turtles, with over 1,800 nests recorded annually during breeding season.
Location: Point Denis
Address: Point Denis, Gabon Point Denis Point Denis
GPS coordinates: 0.31694,9.36694
Latest update: March 4, 2025 17:24
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