Chott el-Jerid

Overview of Chott el-Jerid

This is the most famous chott (saltwater expanse in the desert) in Tunisia. Visitors come for its landscapes and the surrounding oases (Nefta, Tozeur, etc.).

Key details

• Type of place: desert.

• Tourist interest: ★★ (worth seeing).

• Features: salt desert.

• Location:

• Area: approximately 5,000 km².

• Altitude: between 10 and 25 m.

• Website: www.tunisie.com/chott-el-jerid

Site environment

Wildlife and flora

What to see and do

In the surrounding area

Climate and weather

Precautions

Getting there

Sleeping and eating

Further information