Al-Huwariyah: Coast, Nature and History

Al-Huwariyah, also known as El Haouaria, combines coast, nature and history. The town's tourist attractions include appealing natural scenery, beaches and clear waters. Nearby is Jbel El Haouaria, whose bird habitat and forest landscape offer further opportunities to experience nature. The town is also home to a Hafsid tower and the Punic cemetery “El Bled”; an annual falconry festival is another attraction.

Bird Migration and Nature at Jbel El Haouaria

Jbel El Haouaria is located near the town and is an important bird area. It includes a nature reserve with a cave inhabited by colonies of bats. During the spring migration, Jbel El Haouaria is Tunisia’s most important concentration point for birds. In spring, you can observe falcons, harriers, eagles, buzzards, vultures, storks, cranes, swallows, swifts, bee-eaters and orioles there. This gives the natural attractions a distinct seasonal focus. If you would like to plan your stay around bird migration, spring offers a clear reference point for your travel plans.

Hiking in the Forest Area

In the region’s state forest area, Jbel El Haouaria covers about 1,200 hectares. Its terrain is varied and features natural contrasts. Numerous guided trails and combinations of hiking routes are available along identified points of interest. The area’s size and range of route options make it a distinct focus for nature enthusiasts. If you enjoy combining hiking and landscapes on your trip, you can weigh this option alongside birdwatching or culture when choosing your accommodation.

Hafsid Tower and Punic Cemetery

The Hafsid tower of El Haouaria overlooks the Mediterranean basin. The Hafsids built it more than 400 years ago; it served to secure the maritime borders and monitor foreign warships. It is a structure with a clearly defined historical function. The Punic cemetery “El Bled” is another distinctive cultural and historical attraction. It was discovered in the Sidi Amer area of El Haouaria and is described as resembling the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun in Egypt. The tower and cemetery thus offer two different historical perspectives: Hafsid protection of the maritime borders and Punic burial history.

Falconry, Diving and Choosing Your Accommodation

El Haouaria holds an annual falconry festival. If this event matters to your trip, check the dates for your planned stay. Birdwatching at Jbel El Haouaria is specifically associated with spring; if you would like to consider both, you can compare your planned travel dates with the festival dates. El Haouaria is also a destination for diving tourism and ecotourism. When choosing a holiday apartment, you can start with the kind of trip you want: would you like to make spring bird migration the main focus, or are you more interested in history, falconry and maritime themes?

For the broader travel overview: Haouaria.