A cutting-edge city project worth £160 million is taking shape on Egypt’s Mediterranean coast, aiming to rival top European holiday destinations like Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Known as New El-Alamein City, this ambitious development is set to become the new hub of the Egyptian Riviera, offering pristine white-sand beaches, clear waters, and balmy November temperatures averaging around 24°C.
Strategically located within the Marsa Matruh governorate, approximately 60 kilometers from the Alexandria-Matrouh international highway, this vast city spans nearly 49,000 feddans (around 200 million square meters).
Upon completion, New El-Alamein City is projected to accommodate close to three million residents, positioning it as one of the most advanced urban centers in the Middle East. The initial phase of the project, already underway, will provide housing for approximately 400,000 individuals.
The city’s blueprint encompasses a mix of residential, cultural, tourist, industrial, and research zones, featuring international hotels, upscale resorts, a private university, and dedicated structures for the President and Cabinet.
To ensure its infrastructure meets high standards, Egypt’s Urban Communities Authority and the Armed Forces Engineering Authority are collaboratively developing water treatment facilities, sewage systems, and smart electricity networks.
New El-Alamein City will be divided into distinct zones catering to tourism, historical preservation, and residential living, offering a range of accommodations from luxury resorts to modern apartments. The seafront will host an expansive international promenade lined with dining establishments, shops, and entertainment venues.
Central to the city’s cultural landscape will be the City of Culture and Arts, a sprawling complex housing a Roman-style theater, opera house, cinema, and production studios, solidifying New El-Alamein as a cultural and touristic focal point.
In addition to enhancing tourism, the project aims to alleviate population congestion in Cairo by providing a sustainable urban alternative supported by smart transport systems and renewable energy sources.
With over 30 developers already approved to construct more than 30,000 hotel rooms in the initial phase, New El-Alamein City is poised to set new standards along Egypt’s northern coastline, offering a blend of sunshine, luxury, and modern lifestyle just a short distance from the UK.