Somone, Coastal town in M'bour Department, Thiès Region, Senegal.
This urban commune of 3,702 inhabitants sits 77 kilometers south of Dakar, positioned between the Atlantic Ocean and a protected 700-hectare lagoon ecosystem.
Previously part of the rural community of Sindia, Somone gained administrative independence in July 2008 through an official government decree establishing municipal status.
The Somonois community maintains ancestral fishing traditions while practicing Senegalese wrestling on beaches, a traditional sport that unites local residents and visitors.
The Blaise-Diagne International Airport located thirty minutes away provides convenient access for travelers, with optimal visiting conditions during the dry season from November to April.
The Baobab-Somone judo club operates alongside traditional oyster farming in the lagoon, creating an original blend of modern sports and ancestral aquaculture practices.
Location: M'bour Department
Location: Thiès Region
Elevation above the sea: 9 m
Address: Somone, Senegal 23000 Somone
GPS coordinates: 14.48571,-17.07560
Latest update: September 8, 2025 10:01
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