Guelmim is a city located in southern Morocco, where it serves as the capital of the Guelmim-Oued Noun region. This administrative area encompasses southern Morocco and the northeastern corner of Western Sahara. Due to its geographical position, the city is frequently referred to as the Gateway to the Desert.
As of the 2014 Moroccan census, Guelmim had a population of 187,808, making it the largest city within its region. The city serves as a significant transportation hub where the N1 and N12 highways intersect, providing vital links to the neighboring Souss-Massa region.