The fort · Sabria, Kébili

The old fort of Sabria

The old fort of Sabria is an old fort once used by the French army, at the edge of the oasis village of Sabria, about 30 km (38 km by road) from Douz in southern Tunisia. Today it is home to Desert Camp Sabria.

What is the old fort of Sabria?

An old fort once used by the French army, standing between the village and the first dunes.

Domed buildings and stone walls of the old fort in daylight
The fort by day

What do we know about its history?

The fort was once used by the French army. Its exact date of construction is not documented in the sources we found, so we don’t give one.

Sabria village

Sabria is an oasis village in the El Faouar delegation of Kébili governorate. Its people live mainly from date-palm farming and tourism.

The fort today

Today the fort is home to Desert Camp Sabria. Guests sleep in tents with proper beds and woven rugs, and the shared buildings have a restaurant, a café, shared restrooms, free showers, Wi-Fi and power.

A sandy stone courtyard with a door marked Restaurant and desert roses lined up on a ledge
The camp courtyard
Whitewashed domed buildings lit up at night, with steps and a glowing red archway
The camp buildings lit at night

How do I stay at the fort?

Book a tent at Desert Camp Sabria. See prices and what’s included.

Frequently asked questions

How old is the fort?

Its exact date of construction is not documented in the sources we found. It is known as an old fort once used by the French army.

Where is the fort?

At the edge of Sabria village, about 30 km (38 km by road) from Douz: Ancien Fort de Sabria, El Faouar, Kébili 4264.

Can I stay at the fort?

Yes. Desert Camp Sabria is at the old fort.

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