Koungheul

SenegalSN

Town and commune in Kaffrine, Senegal

Koungheul is a town and urban commune in central Senegal in the department of the same name. It lies in the region of Kaffrine and is situated between the towns of Kaolack and Tambacounda. The population is 31,149, most of whom are Wolof people.

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Population
14,725
Coordinates
13.983, -14.800
Timezone
Africa/Dakar
Elevation
20 m

Overview of Koungheul

Koungheul is a low-key town in Senegal. Population figures land around 14,725. Because it is northern-hemisphere, timing matters. Handy context when you build an itinerary. Visitors mostly come here for nature and sports.

Things to do in Koungheul

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Nature in Koungheul

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Looking for nature? Koungheul has Forest and Gardens. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. Straight from the activity profile stored for Koungheul.

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Sports in Koungheul

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Sports in Koungheul covers Biking. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. Straight from the activity profile stored for Koungheul.

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Best time to visit Koungheul

Walking and nature outings are most comfortable in April to June and September to October.

Getting there & around

Access Koungheul through a larger town in Senegal; a car or bicycle makes the last leg simple. The local time zone is Africa/Dakar.

Similar destinations

Places near Koungheul that share the same kinds of activities.

Frequently asked questions

What is Koungheul known for?
Koungheul is mainly a destination for nature and sports, set in Senegal with around 14,725 inhabitants.
What can you do in Koungheul?
You can plan around Forest, Gardens and Biking in Koungheul. Each is tagged in our dataset rather than guessed at.
When is the best time to visit Koungheul?
Walking and nature outings are most comfortable in April to June and September to October.
Where is Koungheul located?
Administratively, Koungheul sits in Senegal — handy when you group several destinations into one trip.

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