Ain Mestir: The Hidden Gem of Sounine

Getting There

• Car

  If you're traveling by car, head towards Sounine from any location in Northern Tunisia. From Tunis, take the A1 highway towards Bizerte. Continue on the A1 for approximately 60 km until you reach the exit for Bizerte. Follow the signs for Bizerte and then navigate through the city to find Route 11 towards Sounine. Once you reach Sounine, follow local signs or GPS directions to Ain Mestir, which is located just outside the city limits. Ensure you have enough fuel, as gas stations can be sparse in rural areas.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Ain Mestir via public transportation, start by taking a train or a bus from Tunis to Bizerte. The train departs from Tunis Ville train station, and the journey takes about 1 to 1.5 hours. Upon arriving in Bizerte, head to the bus station to catch a local bus heading towards Sounine. The bus ride is approximately 30 minutes. Once in Sounine, you can either take a taxi or walk to Ain Mestir, which is about 5 km away from the bus station. Be prepared to negotiate the taxi fare, and expect to pay around 10-15 Tunisian Dinars.

• Taxi

  If you are already in Bizerte and prefer a more direct route, you can hire a taxi to take you to Ain Mestir. Taxis can be found at the bus station or can be booked via your hotel. The drive will take approximately 30 minutes, and the fare should be around 30-40 Tunisian Dinars, depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.