Sallum City
City in Matruh, Egypt
On Egypt’s western Mediterranean edge, Sallum is a small fishing and border town where fishermen mend nets, campers follow coastal tracks into the desert, and wartime graves and slow beaches mark its remoteness.
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Why Visit Sallum?#
A remote Mediterranean border town, Sallum appeals to travelers seeking off‑the‑beaten‑path beaches, quiet fishing ports and stark coastal scenery near the Libya frontier. The small harbour and local markets offer a working‑port atmosphere, while wartime sites and coastal roads hint at the region’s layered history. It’s a destination for people interested in low‑traffic seaside landscapes, border cultures and the wide expanse of Egypt’s western coast.
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Best Time to Visit Sallum#
Visit Sallum in autumn and spring when coastal temperatures are warm but not extreme. Summers are hot and very dry; winters are mild and comfortable for sightseeing.
June - August
25-33 °C (77-91 °F)
Hot, dry, and sunny with little rain; seaside breezes help but mid-day heat can be uncomfortable for extended outdoor touring.
March - May
18-28 °C (64-82 °F)
Warm, pleasant days ideal for beaches and coastal drives; fewer tourists and comfortable evenings for dining outdoors.
December - February
10-18 °C (50-64 °F)
Mild days and cool nights with occasional coastal winds; perfect for exploring ruins and enjoying quieter beaches.
Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 30°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Almost no rain.
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April
April is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall.
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How to Get to Sallum#
Sallum is a remote border town on Egypt’s northwest coast accessed mainly by road. Regional airports at Marsa Matruh and long-distance coaches are the practical arrival options; expect lengthy overland travel and limited daily services.
Mersa Matruh / Marsa Matruh Airport (MUH): Marsa Matruh is the nearest airport to Sallum for regional flights; overland travel from MUH to Sallum is a long highway journey (several hours) and usually done by bus or private car. Expect multi-hour travel times and limited daily services.
Alexandria / Cairo airports (HBE / CAI): Larger airports in Alexandria and Cairo provide more international connections, but overland travel to Sallum from these cities is very long (many hours/days) and typically done via long-distance coach or private transfer along the North Coast Road.
Train: Egypt’s national rail network does not provide direct passenger service to Sallum (border towns are mostly served by road).
Bus / coach: Long-distance coaches and private transfers run along the north coast; buses are the standard public option for reaching Sallum from major Egyptian cities, but services are infrequent and journeys are lengthy-confirm schedules locally.
How to Get Around Sallum#
Road transport is the only practical way to reach and move around Sallum. For reliability and speed choose private transfers or hire a car; local minibuses and long-distance coaches are the budget choices.
- Long-distance coach (EGP 150-600) - Coaches and private buses connect Sallum with Marsa Matruh, Alexandria and other north coast cities-journeys can be long and schedules limited. Use reputable operators and verify departure times locally.
- Private taxi / transfer (EGP 800+) - Private cars or taxi transfers provide the most direct and flexible option for reaching Sallum from regional airports or cities; they are faster but significantly costlier than public buses.
- Car hire (EGP 500+/day) - Hiring a car for the north coast drive gives flexibility; roads are generally paved but some stretches can be remote-carry water and plan fuel stops.
- Local minibuses (EGP 20-100) - Local minibuses operate between nearby towns and are the low-cost local option; they can be irregular and informal-ask locally about typical departure points and times.
- Walking - Sallum is small and easily walked; walking is the best way to explore the beachfront and local market areas.
Where to Stay in Sallum#
Port / town centre - EGP 100-400/night
Sallum is a small border/port town with very basic lodgings aimed at transit travellers. Expect simple rooms and few tourist facilities.
Near ferry/market - EGP 300-800/night (very limited)
Mid-range offerings are minimal; most visitors prefer nearby Mersa Matruh for a wider selection of hotels and seaside amenities.
Town outskirts - EGP 800+/night (none or extremely limited)
Luxury hotels are essentially non-existent in Sallum. Travelers seeking comfort should base in Mersa Matruh or larger coastal resorts.
Shopping in Sallum#
Shopping is basic and practical-local markets and fish sellers provide fresh goods and everyday items. There aren’t tourist shopping facilities; larger shopping options are in bigger regional towns.
