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Beach · Marsa Matruh, Matrouh
Cleopatra's Bath
A natural pool in a seafront rock, west of Marsa Matruh bay, where seawater enters through openings in the stone. Tradition connects the place with Queen Cleopatra.
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About Cleopatra's Bath
Cleopatra’s Bath lies west of Marsa Matruh bay on a limestone rocky headland by the Mediterranean. It is a natural pool carved into the rock where the sea flows in through openings and mixes with the calm water of the tank.
Local tradition says Queen Cleopatra bathed there, which gave the place its name, though there is no ancient record confirming this. Surrounding the site are white-sand beaches and clear water.
In the summer season the spot attracts many bathers; outside the season, it’s a quiet coastal outing.
The surrounding rocks form other small pools at low tide, and the shoreline allows walking to neighboring beaches.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
About an hour.
Best time
In the morning, when the sea is calmer and there are fewer people.
How to get there
By car or taxi, a few kilometers west of Marsa Matruh town center, along the bay road.
Tip
Watch out for slippery rocks at the pool entrance.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Cleopatra's Bath
What is Cleopatra’s Bath?
It is a natural pool in a seafront rock west of Marsa Matruh bay where seawater enters through openings in the stone.
Did Cleopatra bathe in Marsa Matruh?
It is a local tradition without ancient records to confirm it.
Can you swim in Cleopatra’s Bath?
Yes, with caution on the rocks at the entrance, especially in summer when the sea is calm.