Littoral, Cameroon · Africa
Douala sits on the route: 5 minutes from Bonabéri.
Douala is a major city located in Littoral, Cameroon. With a population of 1,338,082, it is one of the largest urban centers in Africa.
On a road trip, Douala sits in Cameroon. It's in the Africa/Douala time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Douala to your route.
Douala is the largest city in Cameroon and its economic capital. It is also the capital of Cameroon's Littoral Region. It was home to Central Africa's largest port, now being replaced by Kribi port. It has the country's major international airport, Douala International Airport (DLA). It is the commercial and economicRead more
capital of Cameroon and the entire CEMAC region comprising Gabon, Congo, Chad, Equatorial Guinea, Central African Republic and Cameroon. Consequently, it handles most of the country's major exports, such as oil, cocoa and coffee, timber, metals and fruits. As of 2025, the city and its surrounding area had an estimated population of 4,346,000, while the city proper had an estimated population of 3,816,500. The city sits on the estuary of the Wouri River and its climate is tropical.
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Douala is located in Littoral, Cameroon, Africa. The coordinates are 4.0483 latitude, 9.7043 longitude.
Douala has a population of approximately 1,338,082 people, making it a major city in Cameroon.
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