New Alamein City

New Alamein City: The Complete Guide to Egypt’s First Million-Population City on the Mediterranean
Introduction
New Alamein City stands as one of the most ambitious urban development projects in modern Egyptian history and the first million-population city built on the Mediterranean coast. It is one of the fourth-generation smart cities launched by President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi as part of Egypt’s Vision 2030 for sustainable development, aiming to transform the North Coast from a seasonal summer destination into a world-class, year-round livable city.

The city was established by Presidential Decree No. 108 of 2018, and President El-Sisi laid its foundation stone on March 1, 2018. It spans a massive area of approximately 48,000 feddans, extending over 60 km south of the coastline, with a target population of 2 to 3 million residents upon completion.

New Alamein is not merely a tourist resort — it is a fully integrated smart city comprising residential, tourism, industrial, educational, cultural, heritage, and entertainment zones, making it Egypt’s new gateway to the Mediterranean and Africa.
City Profile

Detail
Information

Official Name
New Alamein City – مدينة العلمين الجديدة

Classification
Fourth-Generation Smart City

Establishment Decree
Presidential Decree No. 108 of 2018

Foundation Stone
March 1, 2018

Administrative Affiliation
Marsa Matrouh Governorate – New Urban Communities Authority (NUCA)

Executing Bodies
Armed Forces Engineering Authority + NUCA

Total Area
48,130 feddans (approx. 50,000 feddans including expansions)

Depth South of Coast
Over 60 km

Beach Length
Approx. 14 km on the Mediterranean

Extension Along International Road
48 km

Target Population
2 – 3 million residents

Investment Value
Tens of billions of Egyptian pounds

Geographic Location
New Alamein City occupies a unique strategic location on the Mediterranean coast, within the administrative boundaries of Marsa Matrouh Governorate. Its boundaries extend from the Wadi El-Natrun road to the El-Dabaa road.

Distance From
Value

Alexandria
104 km west via the International Road

Cairo
258 km (approx. 2 hours and 49 minutes by car)

New Cairo
359 km

Location on Alex-Matrouh Road
From KM 93 (or KM 106 to 128 per some sources)

Alamein International Airport
54 km

Borg El-Arab Airport
89 km

Boundaries and Major Roads

North: The Mediterranean Sea with a 14 km beachfront
International Road: Alexandria–Marsa Matrouh Coastal Road (being upgraded to 5 lanes + 2 service lanes over 38 km)
Wadi El-Natrun–Alamein Road: Converted to serve as the city’s main entrance over 33 km
High-Speed Rail: Electric high-speed train (250 km/h) connecting 6th of October City to Alamein over 221 km with a branch to Alexandria

City Divisions
New Alamein City is divided into three main zones:
1. Tourism Coastal Zone
Located directly on the Mediterranean coast, it includes:

Area
Description

Alamein Lake District (Hotel Zone)
6-star hotels on 296 feddans – 15,500 hotel rooms

City Center
Commercial and administrative hub

Premium Residential District
Luxury residential units with sea views

Alamein Gardens District
Green spaces and central parks

Lighthouse Marina & Convention Center
Yacht marina and international conference center

Entertainment Zone
Theme parks, attractions, and cinema complex

Cultural Center
Opera house, library, and Roman theater

Tourism Housing
Rental and ownership tourism units

Lakeside Residences
Housing overlooking the artificial lake

Exhibition Grounds
International exhibitions and conferences

2. Investment Zone (South of International Road)
Located south of the Alexandria–Matrouh International Road, it includes:

Industrial zones spanning 5,000 – 8,000 feddans
Regional service centers
Residential areas for workers
Agricultural projects (palm, olive, and pomegranate)

3. Historical and Heritage Zone
Includes the Alamein War Cemetery and Alamein Military Museum:

Heritage City: Spanning 230–259 feddans, includes a library, museum, opera house, church, mosque, museum garden, plazas, entertainment, and commercial areas
New Alamein Military Museum: Commemorates WWII battles (Battle of El-Alamein), featuring maps, manuscripts, weapons, armored vehicles, and models
Largest Open-Air Archaeological Museum: Alamein War Cemetery on 260 feddans

Phase One
Phase One is the most advanced in terms of implementation:

Detail
Information

Area
8,000 feddans

Division
Two main sectors (Coastal + Urban/Heritage)

Population Capacity
400,000 residents

Residential Units
Over 10,000 units

Social Housing
Units starting from 87 m²

Premium Housing
5,000 units – starting from 95 m²

Phase One Services
400 feddans (shopping centers, theme parks, cinemas, clubs, admin services)

Key Projects and Landmarks
New Alamein Towers – Mediterranean Skyscrapers
The Alamein Towers are the city’s iconic project, often compared to Dubai’s skyscrapers in scale:

Detail
Information

Developer
City Edge Developments

Location
KM 48, Alexandria–Marsa Matrouh Road

Phase One
15 towers

Phase Two
3 additional towers on 60 feddans

Future Plan
10 additional towers

Tower Height
Up to 42 floors

Marine Platforms
8 separate platforms with direct sea views

Platform Height
35 meters

Structure
3 commercial/admin floors + underground parking + residential units

North Edge Towers

Spanning 200 feddans
Apartments and chalets from 49 to 387 m²
Near the tourist promenade, Al Masa Hotel, and Heritage City

The Gate Towers

18 towers with a total of 669 luxury residential apartments
Floor height: 3.6 meters
Panoramic glass facades overlooking the Mediterranean

Tourist Promenade – Alamein Corniche
A massive tourist walkway comparable to Alexandria’s famous Corniche:

Length: 14 km directly on the sea
Completion Rate: 60% completed
Bridges: 4 pedestrian and vehicle bridges (Boughazi Bridge 1 & 2, and others)
Features shops, restaurants, cafés, and entertainment areas

Heritage City
A unique cultural project spanning 230 feddans, featuring:

Alamein Opera House: A world-class performing arts theater
Central Library: Rivaling the Bibliotheca Alexandrina in scale and design
Museum: Showcasing the region’s history and artifacts
City Hall: Government administrative building
Roman Theater: For artistic and cultural performances
Mosque and Church: Houses of worship with distinctive architectural designs
Museum Garden: Green spaces with a heritage character
Entertainment, commercial, and investment areas

Latin Quarter
A distinctive residential area with Mediterranean-inspired architecture:

Area: 404 feddans
Includes diverse residential units and service areas

Downtown Apartments
A residential project in the heart of the city:

Phases: Two phases
Units: 2,640 residential units
Modern designs with integrated services

Services and Infrastructure
Education Sector

Alamein International University: A private university with multiple disciplines
Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport Branch: With approx. 35 academic departments
International and local schools across all levels

Healthcare Sector

World-Class Medical Center for Recovery and Physiotherapy: Spanning 44–45 feddans
Equipped with the latest international medical equipment
Specialized hospitals and medical centers

Hotel Sector

World-class 6-star hotels
Total hotel area: 296 feddans
Hotel rooms: 15,500 – 25,000 rooms
Notable hotels: Al Masa Hotel, Rixos Premium Alamein

Entertainment and Commercial Sector

International shopping centers, retail outlets, and exhibitions
Theme parks for adults and children
Cinema complex, theaters, and studios
Sports clubs and fitness centers
Cycling, walking, and jogging tracks
Various swimming pools
Central parks with diverse trees and Crystal Lagoon lakes

Advanced Infrastructure

Condensation Technology Water Station: Egypt’s first of its kind, producing 100,000 liters daily
Orascom Drainage and Desalination Plant
Integrated electricity and sewage networks
Wave Barrier Project: 18 barriers to protect the beaches
New Coastal Road: 38 km, 5 lanes + 2 service lanes (executed by Arab Contractors)

Transportation Network
High-Speed Electric Train
A massive project connecting New Alamein to Cairo and Alexandria:

Line
Distance
Details

6th of October – Alamein
221 km
Parallel to Wadi El-Natrun–Alamein Road

Alexandria Branch (via Borg El-Arab)
99 km
Passing through Borg El-Arab city and airport

Alternative Line: 6th of October – Alamein (via Borg El-Arab)
244 km
With Alexandria branch of 46 km

Maximum Speed
250 km/h
Electric high-speed train

Alamein International Airport

54 km from the city
Serves tourism and residential traffic

Area Distribution

Use
Approximate Area

Hotels (20,000 rooms)
7,770 feddans

Industrial Zones
5,000 – 8,000 feddans

Medical Center
44 – 45 feddans

Heritage City
230 – 259 feddans

Open Museum (War Cemetery)
260 feddans

Phase One Residential
8,000 feddans

Latin Quarter
404 feddans

International Tourism Center
20% of total area

Total
~48,130 feddans

Top Compounds and Residential Projects
City Edge Developments Projects

North Edge Towers: 200 feddans, units from 49 to 387 m²
The Gate Towers: 18 towers, 669 luxury apartments
Mazarine New Alamein: 72 feddans, 635 m beachfront promenade, exclusive club

Other Notable Projects

Porto Cruz: 25 feddans adjacent to Alamein Towers
Compound 7000: Part of Phase One projects
Downtown Apartments: Two phases – 2,640 units
Social and Premium Housing Projects: Executed by the Ministry of Housing and Engineering Authority

Prices (Reference)

Unit Type
Avg. Price per m² (EGP)
Notes

Social Housing Apartments
Varies
Starting from 87 m²

Premium Housing Apartments
Varies
Starting from 95 m²

North Edge Towers
~17,950
5% down payment – 7-year installments

Downtown Units
Varies
8 floors + roof, starting from 125 m²

Note: Prices are continuously rising as construction progresses and delivery dates approach. Contact developers for the latest pricing.
Pioneering Technology Projects
New Alamein City is distinguished by adopting cutting-edge technologies:

Egypt’s first condensation technology water station: Producing 100,000 liters daily
Tourism and residential skyscrapers: The first of their kind on Egypt’s Mediterranean coast
Smart infrastructure: Ultra-fast internet networks and smart management systems
Wave barrier project: 18 modern-technology barriers to protect beaches
High-speed train: 250 km/h connecting the city to the capital

Alamein Military Museum
The museum holds a special place in the city as a witness to one of the most significant battles of World War II:

Original Establishment: 1965 under President Gamal Abdel Nasser
Location: At the historic Battle of El-Alamein site
Development: In cooperation with participating nations, reopened in 1992
New Museum: South of the city, featuring maps, manuscripts, weapons, armored vehicles, and models
Significance: Commemorates the Battle of El-Alamein, the turning point of the North African campaign

Investment Advantages in New Alamein

Year-round city: Not a seasonal resort but a fully integrated city livable 365 days a year
Unique location: On the Mediterranean’s most beautiful beaches with white sand and turquoise waters
Strong government support: A national project under direct presidential supervision
World-class infrastructure: Roads, high-speed rail, airport, and desalination plants
Diverse uses: Residential, tourism, commercial, industrial, and cultural
Expected price appreciation: As facilities are completed and full operations begin
Tourism attraction: Museum, opera house, library, and international hotels
High-speed train: Will reduce travel time to Cairo to under one hour
Moderate climate: Coastal location with pleasant Mediterranean weather
Vision 2030: Part of Egypt’s comprehensive development plan

Challenges

Current distance from Cairo (258 km) – to be resolved by high-speed rail
High prices in luxury projects
Some projects still under construction
Need for service completion in certain areas
Challenge of providing sufficient employment to attract permanent residents

Comparison: New Alamein vs. New Administrative Capital

Detail
New Alamein
New Administrative Capital

Classification
4th Gen – Coastal/Tourism
4th Gen – Administrative/Government

Area
~48,000 feddans
~170,000 feddans

Location
Mediterranean Coast (Matrouh Gov.)
East of Cairo (Cairo Gov.)

Character
Tourism + Residential + Cultural
Administrative + Residential + Financial

Key Landmarks
Towers, Promenade, Opera, Museum
Gov. District, Iconic Tower, Mosque & Cathedral

Distance from Cairo
258 km
60 km

Target Population
2–3 million
6.5 million

Frequently Asked Questions
1. Where exactly is New Alamein City located?
It is located on the Mediterranean coast in Marsa Matrouh Governorate, at KM 93 on the Alexandria–Matrouh Desert Road, 104 km from Alexandria and 258 km from Cairo.
2. Is New Alamein just a tourist city?
No, it is a fully integrated city designed for year-round living. It includes residential, industrial, educational, cultural, and medical zones, in addition to the tourism sector.
3. What are the city’s most prominent projects?
Alamein Towers (North Edge and The Gate), the 14 km Tourist Promenade, Heritage City (opera house and library), Alamein Military Museum, and the Latin Quarter.
4. What is the price per square meter in New Alamein?
Prices vary by project and location. North Edge Towers average around EGP 17,950 per m², while social and premium housing units are available at lower prices.
5. When will the city be fully completed?
Phase One (8,000 feddans – 400,000 residents) is expected to be completed by 2030. Full city completion will require additional years.
6. Is there a high-speed train to Alamein?
Yes, a high-speed electric train (250 km/h) is planned to connect 6th of October City to Alamein over 221 km, with a branch to Alexandria.
7. Which company is responsible for the towers?
City Edge Developments, one of the largest real estate development companies in Egypt.
8. Is the city suitable for real estate investment?
Yes, it is considered one of the best investment opportunities in Egypt due to strong government support, a unique location, world-class infrastructure, and expected price appreciation.
9. What unit sizes are available?
Sizes range from 49 m² (chalets) to 387 m² (luxury apartments) in the towers, from 87 m² in social housing, and 95 m² in premium housing.
10. How many hotels are planned?
The city targets 15,500 to 25,000 hotel rooms on 296 feddans at a world-class 6-star level.

This guide was prepared based on the latest available data from official, media, and real estate sources as of March 2026.