The “lovers beach” in Matrouh
Al Gharam beach , known as the ” lovers’s beach” is located in the west of Marsa Matrouh and it is considered one of the most famous beaches of the north coast of Egypt. The beach is famous for its natural beauty, its white sand and its crystal clear waters.
The name “beach of lovers” dates back to 1950, the year in which the film of the same name was filmed with the Egyptian actress and singer Laila Mourad, who sang a song sitting on a large rock in the middle of the beach. The rock is known by all as the “rock of Laila Murad”.
Lovers’ beach is also considered one of the most important fishing sites for Matrouh fishermen in summer and winter.

