Boucle du Mouhoun Region

Boucle du Mouhoun is an administrative region in western Burkina Faso with Dédougou as its capital. It covers six provinces and is marked by savannas, forests, and the winding Mouhoun River running through its territory.

The region was created on July 2, 2001, emerging from French colonial administrative systems. It now stands as one of Burkina Faso's 13 main administrative divisions.

Multiple ethnic groups live here, each speaking their own languages including Moore, Bwamu, and Samo. French serves as the common language for government and public matters across these communities.

Visiting is easier during the dry season when roads are in better condition for travel. You should expect longer travel times since the road network becomes limited outside the main routes.

The name refers to the distinctive loop formed by the river as it winds through the region. This curved formation creates a unique geography that shapes how people use the land and water resources here.

Location: Burkina Faso

Capital city: Dédougou

Elevation above the sea: 291 m

Shares border with: Nord Region, Centre-Ouest Region, Sud-Ouest Region, Hauts-Bassins Region

GPS coordinates: 12.50000,-3.50000

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:01