Gabon

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.

Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

Gateway airport: Port-Gentil International Airport (POG)
Best season: Jun–Sep
Time zone: Africa/Libreville
Sights covered: 1 place

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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.

Average temperature by month

5-year average

27° Jan

27° Feb

27° Mar

27° Apr

27° May

25° Jun

25° Jul

25° Aug

26° Sep

26° Oct

26° Nov

26° Dec

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Central & near stations

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Best time to visit

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First-time guide

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Getting around

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