Countries bordering Mauritania

Mauritania shares land borders with 4 countries. Located in Western Africa, Mauritania holds a strategic position in the heart of Africa. Its neighbors are: Algeria, Mali, Senegal, Western Sahara.

Bordering Countries

Region

Africa

Island

Neighboring countries list

Country	Capital	Population	Area	Region
Algeria	Algiers	47.40M	2,381,741 km²	Africa
Mali	Bamako	22.40M	1,240,192 km²	Africa
Senegal	Dakar	18.59M	196,722 km²	Africa
Western Sahara	El Aaiún	600.9K	266,000 km²	Africa

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Frequently Asked Questions

What countries border Mauritania?

Mauritania shares borders with 4 countries: Algeria, Mali, Senegal, Western Sahara.

How many borders does Mauritania have?

Mauritania has 4 land borders.

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