Nouragues
French Guiana, Régina
Nouragues
LocationFrench Guiana, Régina
RegionRégina
TypeNational Nature Reserve
Coordinates4.0833°, -52.6833°
Established1995
Area1000
Nearest CityRégina (60 km)
About Nouragues
One of the largest nature reserves in France, Nouragues protects 100,000 hectares of pristine primary tropical rainforest in central French Guiana. Home to a renowned scientific research station, the reserve shelters exceptional biodiversity including over 400 bird species, giant anteaters, and peccaries, making it a global center for tropical ecology research.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Nouragues located?
Nouragues is located in Régina, French Guiana at coordinates 4.0833, -52.6833.
How do I get to Nouragues?
To get to Nouragues, the nearest city is Régina (60 km).
How large is Nouragues?
Nouragues covers approximately 1,000 square kilometers (386 square miles).
When was Nouragues established?
Nouragues was established in 1995.