Grand-Popo
A seaside town about 80 km west of Cotonou, near the Togo border, known for its long sandy beach, coconut palms, beach guesthouses and fishermen hauling nets.
Grand-Popo lies about 80 km west of Cotonou, close to the Togo border. It is one of Benin's most popular beach destinations, with a long golden sandy beach, rows of coconut palms and beach guesthouses. In the early morning you can watch fishermen working together to haul in large nets. The town still has ruins of colonial-era buildings, and the surrounding fishing villages offer a chance to experience local life. Around January 10 each year, traditional cultural events linked to the Vodun festival take place here. The waves are big and the rip currents strong, so be careful if you swim. You can continue west from Ouidah, visit as a day trip or spend a night by the sea, and charter a boat from town to Bouche du Roy.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Bouche du Roy
- Fidjrossè Beach
- Amazon Statue (Monument de l'Amazone)
- Place de l'Étoile Rouge
- Ganvié
- Centre de Promotion de l'Artisanat
- Fondation Zinsou
- Dantokpa Market