The ramparts
On a rocky promontory.
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A massive fort on a rocky promontory some 150 metres high, looking over the sea and the town and harbour of Kelibia at the north-east tip of Cap Bon. It is one of the most striking forts on the Tunisian coast. The site goes back to Punic times and holds Roman and Byzantine elements, but most of the fort standing today was probably built in the sixteenth century. Walls reinforced with square towers surround it, and you enter through a gate protected by outworks. Inside are the remains of military buildings and cisterns, and a three-aisled hall, probably a Byzantine chapel, which now shows documents and drawings about the fort's history. Walk the ramparts for views down to the harbour and its rows of brightly painted fishing boats. On clear days the sea stretches away towards Sicily from the top of the fort. Kelibia is also known for nearby Mansourah beach, so finish with a swim or a fish lunch at the harbour.
On a rocky promontory.
An exhibition on the fort.
Painted fishing boats.
Above Kelibia harbour, Cap Bon
Yes, Kerkouane is about 12 km north of Kelibia, and together they make a relaxed half day.