Gabon
Gabon is a country centered on rainforest and wildlife that remains largely undiscovered by travelers. Libreville serves as the gateway, with itineraries built mainly around national parks.
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Libreville
Libreville is the capital of Gabon, situated at the mouth of the Gabon Estuary leading into the Gulf of Guinea. Founded by freed slaves, the city carries a rich history that comes alive as you walk its streets.
1 sight 9 guides Libreville International Airport (LBV)
Port-Gentil
Port-Gentil is a city in western Gabon and the country's second-largest. It's a good place for a brief stop to take in the local atmosphere.
1 sight 9 guides Port-Gentil International Airport (POG)
Franceville
Franceville is a city in southeastern Gabon, known as a hub for the mineral trade. As a crossroads of rail and road routes, it's a convenient stop along the way.
4 sights 9 guides M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport (MVB)
Koulamoutou
Koulamoutou, the capital of Gabon's Ogooué-Lolo Province, lies at the confluence of the Lolo and Bouenguidi rivers. With a museum and an airport, it's a convenient stop along your travels.
2 sights 9 guides M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport (MVB)
Top sights in Gabon
Nature
Trans-Gabon Railway
Gabon's only railway line, running 670 km from the port of Owendo in Libreville to Franceville. It passes through towns like Ndjolé, Lopé, and Booué, offering views of the Gabonese landscape along the way.
Temples & religious sites
Roman Catholic Diocese of Franceville
This is a Catholic diocese located in Franceville, Gabon. It belongs to the Archdiocese of Libreville, and its cathedral makes for a quiet, pleasant visit.
Nature
Mpassa River
The Mpassa River flows near Franceville, Gabon, and is a tributary of the Ogooué River. Its calm waters make for pleasant nature viewing along the way.
Temples & religious sites
Libreville Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption Cathedral
This Catholic cathedral in downtown Libreville, the capital of Gabon, is one of the city's landmark buildings. It's a great place to take in both its grand facade and its calm interior.
Nature
Lolo River
The Lolo River flows near Koulamoutou, Gabon, and is a tributary of the Ogooué River. Along its course, you can take in quiet natural scenery.
Temples & religious sites
Saint-Louis Cathedral of Port-Gentil
Built in the 1920s, this is the oldest cathedral in Port-Gentil, its simple wood-and-stone interior lending a calm atmosphere. It's a pleasant spot for a quiet walk past the saint's statue at the entrance and the statue of the Virgin Mary in the garden.
Temples & religious sites
Saint-Hilaire cathedral in Franceville
A popular and landmark attraction with rich history and picturesque surroundings, highly recommended for visitors.
Nature
Bouenguidi
The Bouenguidi River is a river in Gabon. It enters the Lolo River. The Bouenguidi River passes through Koulamoutou.
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