Why visit
Libreville is the capital of Gabon. A practical starting point for museums, food, and onward routes into the country.
Gabon at a glance
Country center
-1.0°, 11.8°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
267,668 km²
103,347 mi²
Subregion
Middle Africa
Currency
Central African CFA franc (Fr)
XAF
Dial
+241
Language
French
Demonym
Gabonese
Internet
.ga
UN
Member state
ISO code
GA / GAB
Where in the world
-1.0° · 11.8°
Gabon
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Did you know
- Gabon has set aside about 11% of its land as national parks, one of the highest conservation ratios on earth.
- Loango National Park is famous for hippos and elephants that venture onto the beach.
- Libreville ("free town") was named for freed slaves who settled there in 1849.
Bordering Gabon
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Frequently asked about Libreville
What currency is used in Libreville?
Libreville uses the Central African CFA franc (Fr), ISO code XAF.
What languages are spoken in Gabon?
The primary language is French.
What is the international calling code for Gabon?
The calling code is +241.
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