Dakhla-Oued Ed-Dahab Postal Codes: 73000 to 74012

Key Facts

Dakhla-Oued Ed-Dahab is one of Morocco's twelve administrative regions, located in the southernmost part of the country along the Atlantic coastline of Western Sahara. This vast desert region covers approximately 50,880 square kilometers and serves as a crucial administrative and economic hub for Morocco's southern territories. Geographically positioned between the Atlantic Ocean to the west and the disputed border with Mauritania to the south, the region encompasses diverse landscapes ranging from coastal plains to arid desert interiors. With an estimated population of around 142,955 people, Dakhla-Oued Ed-Dahab is characterized by low population density and significant nomadic traditions. The region is administratively divided into two provinces: Oued Ed-Dahab and Aousserd, which together contain multiple municipalities and rural communes. Dakhla, the regional capital, functions as the primary urban center and serves as a major fishing port and growing tourism destination known for its kitesurfing conditions and coastal beauty. The region's economy relies heavily on fishing, phosphate mining, and increasingly on tourism, while also maintaining traditional pastoral activities. For those seeking detailed location information, comprehensive postal code data is available for all municipalities and communes within Dakhla-Oued Ed-Dahab region.

Neighboring Regions

• Laâyoune-Sakia El Hamra