Overview
Gabon is a country in Africa, with its capital at Libreville.
Key facts
| Country | Gabon |
|---|---|
| Currency | XAF |
About the country
Gabon is a country in Africa.
The capital city is Libreville.
Practical information
The currency is the XAF (Franc).
The main language spoken is French.
Traffic drives on the right.
Getting there
Most international visitors arrive in Gabon by air; use the Find flights link to search live fares to its main gateways.
Cities in Gabon
Among the places worth a look in Gabon are Libreville, Oyem, Port-Gentil, Franceville, Lambaréné, Mouila, Tchibanga, Koulamoutou, Makokou and Owendo — each has its own guide and sits on the globe for trip-planning.
Exploring the country
A trip to Gabon usually combines a gateway city with a run into the surrounding region; start on the globe to see how the pieces link up by air, road, rail or sea.
Regions & places
Where to stay in Gabon
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Getting around Gabon
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On the map
Sources & method
- GeoNames country — currency, languages, capital · retrieved 2026-08-12T15:10:01+00:00
- Imagery — Wikimedia Commons
Data compiled 2026-09-18 · editorial checks: passed. See our methodology for how Head Your Way sources and reviews travel data.