Lake Nokoué
| Lake Nokoué | |
|---|---|
 Lake Nokoué seen from space (false color) | |
| Coordinates | 6°26′00″N 2°27′00″E / 6.433333°N 2.45°ECoordinates: 6°26′00″N 2°27′00″E / 6.433333°N 2.45°E |
| Basin countries | Benin |
| Max. length | 20 km |
| Max. width | 11 km |
Lake Nokoué is a lake in the southern part of the West African nation of Benin;. It is 20 km wide and 11 km long and is located at 6°26′00″N 2°27′00″E / 6.433333°N 2.45°E, north of Cotonou. On the northern edge is the famous water town of Ganvié. Lake Nokoué is an important site for the birds.
