El Feidja National Park
National Park Mountainous Tunisian park protecting diverse Mediterranean fauna
Protected area in northwest Tunisia featuring cork and oak woodlands, limestone ridges and wildlife; hikers and nature‑watchers use marked trails and seasonal routes.
El Feidja National Park is a protected area in northwestern Tunisia, within Jendouba Governorate, conserving mountain woodlands and Mediterranean maquis. The park forms part of the Kroumirie hills and protects native oak and broadleaf forest ecosystems.
The park contains a mix of forested slopes, ridgelines and valleys that support regional biodiversity and traditional pastoral uses. It is managed as a national protected area to conserve habitats and provide opportunities for low‑impact recreation.
El Feidja lies inland in northwestern Tunisia, within the mountainous Kroumirie region, and is accessible from regional towns in Jendouba Governorate.
How to Get to El Feidja National Park #
El Feidja lies in Jendouba Governorate near Aïn Draham; access is by regional roads from Jendouba or Tabarka. Private vehicle or hired driver is recommended.
Tips for Visiting El Feidja National Park #
- If visiting from Tunis or Tabarka, allow extra travel time on rural roads and check local advice for access routes.
- Bring binoculars for spotting mouflon and birds from ridge paths.
- Combine with a visit to Aïn Draham for traditional mountain villages and cooler summer air.
Best Time to Visit El Feidja National Park #
Spring and autumn are particularly pleasant for hiking and wildlife watching; summer offers relief from Tunisia's coastal heat.
Weather & Climate near El Feidja National Park #
El Feidja National Park's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1050 mm/year), wettest in December with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (179 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (156 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 5 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (180 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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