Tohoun City
City in Plateaux known for natural beauty
Set in Togo’s Plateaux, Tohoun provides access to forest trails, waterfalls and village markets selling handwoven cloth and farm produce. Visitors take guided hikes, tour cocoa and coffee plots and meet Ewe communities on the plateau.
Why Visit Tohoun?#
Set in Togo’s Plateaux Region, this town attracts travelers who want to experience Ewe culture, rolling hills and lively local markets. Traditional Ewe drumming and dance are visible at community celebrations, and market stalls offer fufu-accompanying sauces and grilled fish that showcase regional flavors. The surrounding landscape invites short hikes and visits to small farms. It’s a place to witness everyday customs and rural life away from the usual tourist routes.
Best Things to Do in Tohoun#
Tohoun Bucket List#
Atakpamé Market - Regional market in Atakpamé selling crafts, spices, and fresh produce.
Mount Agou - Togo’s highest peak offering short hikes, panoramic views, and forest trails.
Kpalimé craft workshops - Nearby Kpalimé craft workshops producing woodcarvings and batik textiles.
Village hiking trails - Quiet village trails past cacao farms and small waterfalls outside town.
Sunday farmers’ market - Sunday market where farmers sell local honey, yams, and handmade goods.
Local roadside eateries - Small family-run stalls serving grilled plantain, stews, and regional staples.
Kpalimé - Kpalimé’s colonial architecture, coffee plantations, and nearby waterfall hikes.
Fazao-Malfakassa National Park - Drive to Fazao-Malfakassa for wildlife viewing and rugged savanna landscapes.
Best Time to Visit Tohoun#
Visit Tohoun in the dry months (November-February) for cooler, drier conditions and easier travel. The long rainy season turns roads muddy and slows interior journeys.
November - February
22°C - 32°C (72°F - 90°F)
Cooler mornings and dry days-easier travel, clearer skies, and noticeably more comfortable for trekking and market visits.
March - May
25°C - 36°C (77°F - 97°F)
Hottest months before the rains arrive; dusty, sweaty afternoons sap energy-stick to early-morning excursions and shade during midafternoon.
June - October
23°C - 30°C (73°F - 86°F)
Heavy rains, lush landscapes, and occasional flooded or impassable roads-stunning green scenery but slower travel and intermittent power.
Tohoun's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 21°C to 34°C. Abundant rainfall (1009 mm/year), wettest in June with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is hot, feeling like 30°C. The driest month with just 6 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (33 mm).
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March
March is the hottest month, feeling like 33°C due to high humidity. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (140 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (149 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (110 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (137 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (111 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is hot, feeling like 29°C due to high humidity. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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How to Get to Tohoun#
How to Get Around Tohoun#
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Where to Stay in Tohoun#
Tohoun / Kpalimé - $5-30/night
Tohoun is a small community with almost no formal hotels. Budget travelers typically stay in larger nearby towns like Kpalimé or Atakpamé.
Guesthouses in Kpalimé (nearby) - Closest budget guesthouse options listed online
Regional listings (Togo) - Use regional hubs for budget choices
Kpalimé / Atakpamé - $25-70/night
There are very few mid-range hotels in Tohoun itself. Travelers should expect modest, family-run hotels in the regional centres rather than full-service boutique stays.
Kpalimé mid-range hotels (Tripadvisor) - Locally run hotels with basic comforts
Togo hotel listings (Booking.com) - Useful for comparing mid-range options
Lomé - $120+/night
No luxury hotels in Tohoun. For upscale accommodation, travel to Lomé where the country’s best hotel services and amenities are concentrated.
Luxury hotels in Lomé (capital) - Best upscale options are in Lomé
Lomé hotel listings - Higher-end choices concentrated in the capital
