## Basic information

{{< infocard-row >}}
{{< infocard-Guide to Morocco-1 />}}
{{< infocard-Guide to Morocco-2 />}}
{{< infocard-Guide to Morocco-3 />}}
{{< infocard-Guide to Morocco-4 />}}
{{< /infocard-row >}}

## Why go to Morocco

Morocco has beaches along the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. There are many beautiful beaches to relax. Tangier and Agadir are popular holiday destinations for foreign visitors, while Asilah attracts mainly locals and Spanish visitors.Although places such as El Jadida, Oualidia and El Jebha are relatively under-visited by foreign tourists, a significant number of domestic tourists visit during the summer months. The most popular beaches usually have great facilities within easy reach and some destinations such as Essaouria are ideal for water sports enthusiasts.

## The capital of Morocco

Rabat is the capital of Morocco and its second largest city with a city population of approximately 580,000. It is also the capital of the administrative region of Rabat-Salé-Kénitra with a metropolitan population of more than 1.2 million.

## King of Morocco

Mohammed VI (Arabic: محمد السادس; Berber languages: ⴰⴳⴳⵍⵉⴷ ⵎⵓⵃⴰⵎⵎⴷ ⵙⴷⵉⵙ; born August 21, 1963) is King of Morocco. He is a member of the Alaouite dynasty and ascended the throne on July 23, 1999, after the death of his father, King Hassan II.

## Flag of Morocco

The red background on the Moroccan flag represents perseverance, bravery, strength and courage, while the green background represents love, joy, wisdom, peace and hope; it also represents the color of Islam and the pentagram represents the seal of Solomon. The five branches also represent the pillars of Islam.

## Population of Morocco

The population is 33,986,655 (40th in the world, 2017)

According to current forecasts, Morocco's population is expected to peak at 47.77 million in 2069. Over the last 50 years, Morocco's total population has increased by 180% and has grown by 10 % year on year.

Morocco's population is growing at a rate of 1.2% per year, which has decreased slightly in the last few years.

Morocco remains a demographically young country with a median age of 29.5 years and a birth rate of 2.42 births per woman, well above the population replacement rate of 2.1 births per woman. This combination will allow the people of Morocco to continue to grow well into the future, albeit not as quickly as other African countries. Population growth in Morocco is slightly slowed by negative net migration of about 50,000 people a year.

## Holidays in Morocco

List of national and public holidays in Morocco for 2020

- Independence Day is Saturday, January 11, 2020
- Ramadan 2020 will begin on Thursday, April 23, 2020
- Labor Day is Friday, May 1, 2020
- Eid al-Fitr (end of Ramadan) is on Sunday, May 24, 2020
- The day of the throne is Thursday, July 30, 2020
- Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice) is Friday, July 31, 2020
- Oued Ed-Dahab Day is Friday, August 14, 2020
- Morocco Revolution Day is Thursday, August 20, 2020
- The Islamic New Year is Thursday, August 20, 2020
- Youth Day is Friday, August 21, 2020
- The birth of the Prophet Muhammad (Milad un Nabi) is on Thursday, October 29, 2020
- Green March Day is Friday, November 6, 2020
- Independence Day is Wednesday, November 18, 2020

## Sign of Morocco

The current coat of arms of Morocco (formally the royal emblem) was introduced on August 14, 1957. It was developed by graphic artists Gauthier and Hainaut and shows a green pentagram, namely a two-dimensional Penrose pentacle on a red background in front of the Atlas Mountains and the rising sun.

## Currency of Morocco

The Moroccan Dirham is the currency of Morocco. Our currency rating shows that the most popular Moroccan Dirham exchange rate is the EUR to MAD exchange rate. The currency code for Dirhams is MAD.

### Prices in Morocco

#### Food prices

| Foodstuffs GBP EUR
|-----------------|------|--------|
| Lettuce 0,27 | 0.3 |
| Bread 500 g 0,36 | 0.4 |
| Apples 1 kg 1,08 | 1.2 |
| Chicken breast 1 kg 3,06 | 3.4 |
| Milk 1 l 0,63 | 0.7 |

#### Prices of soft drinks

| Non - alcoholic beverage GBP EUR
|-----------------------|-------|-----|
| Cappuccino | 1,08 | 1.2 |
| Coca-Cola 0.33 l | 0,45 | 0.5 |
| Water 0.33 l | 0,27 | 0.3 |
| Water 1.5 l | 0,54 | 0.6 |

#### Transport

| Transport GBP EUR
|-------------------------------------|------|-------|
| Monthly public transport coupon 12,59 | 14 |
| Taxi - price for 1 km 0,45 | 0.5 |
| Taxi - boarding rate 0,54 | 0.6 |

#### Other

| Alcohol and cigarettes GBP EUR
|-------------------------------|--------|-------|
| Bottle of medium quality wine 4,94 | 5.5 |
| Local draft beer 0.5 l 2,07 | 2.3
| Local beer in a 0.5 l bottle 1,53| 1.7 |
| Imported beer - 0.33 l bottle 1,71 | 1.9 |
| Branded cigarettes 2,7 | 3 |

## Visa to Morocco

Citizens of the UK do not need a visa to Morocco if the stay does not exceed 90 days. After landing in Morocco, you just have to fill out a form with identification data. Information on where you will be staying in Morocco is also required. Therefore, have the address of the accommodation facility ready at hand. If you prefer to stay on site, book a hotel for at least the first night of your stay.

More information can be found here on the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the UK: <https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/morocco/entry-requirements>

## Vaccination in Morocco

No special vaccination is required to travel to Morocco and an international vaccination card is not required when entering Morocco.

The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Morocco: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhus, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza .

## Security in Morocco

The government places the highest priority on protecting its people, economy and political system from terrorist and criminal elements.

Morocco's geographical location at the crossroads of Europe, Africa and the Middle East exposes them to transnational threats, including illegal immigration and human trafficking and narcotics. As part of its customs and port security agreements with the United States and other countries, Morocco has committed itself to making significant updates and maintaining high security standards at its airports, seaports and border crossings. These provides similar security protection as some government facilities.

{{% guide-tip %}}

Erg Chebbi, near Merzouga, is a dramatic, 50 km long series of sand dunes. The large dunes, reaching heights of up to 150 meters in places and five kilometers wide, offer an amazing experience in the Sahara, Morocco. Camel tours through the dunes and to the local villages of Berber are popular.

{{% /guide-tip %}}

## Interesting facts about Morocco

At more than 172,000 square miles, Morocco is only slightly larger than the state of California. The Moroccan environment is as diverse as the environment of California, deserts, mountains, lush forests and beautiful coastlines.

The extreme altitude in Morocco covers a wide range. The highest point in the country is Jebel Toubkal at an altitude of 13,665 meters above sea level. The lowest point is Sebkha Tah, which is 180 feet below sea level.

Morocco's population is still growing. This is partly due to better health care, better food sources and better hygiene practices. The population increased from less than 6 million in 1921 to 32 million in 2011.

{{% guide-tip %}}

Legzira rocky beach is famous for its red cliffs and natural stone arches. Although one stone arch has unfortunately collapsed, there is still one beautiful arch left to admire. The rugged coastline is picturesque and the windy conditions attract enthusiastic surfers and paragliding enthusiasts.

{{% /guide-tip %}}

The first inhabitants of the territory of today's Morocco were immigrants who tried to flee the Sahara region, because it dried up and a widening desert was created there. They fled to the Atlas Mountains and later to the coastal areas. They were joined by other migrants from the region and created the roots of Amazon (Berber) culture.

## Important contacts

**Where to call in case of emergency in Morocco?**

- Police: 19 and 190
- Firefighters and medical assistance: 15
- Accidents (ambulance): 150

**Morocco's telephone code is +212.**

**Contacts at the Embassy of the UK in Rabat:**

**Address:**

```txt
British Embassy Rabat
 28 Avenue S.A.R. Sidi Mohammed, Souissi 10105, Rabat, Kingdom of Morocco
```

Phone: +212 5376-33333

Email: UKinMorocco.Ambassador@fcdo.gov.uk

Further contacts can be found at: <https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/british-embassy-rabat>

large_MA.jpg

medium_MA.jpg

small_MA.jpg

thumbnail_MA.jpg

id-card.svg

Guide to Morocco-1

On average, July and August are the warmest months

globe.svg

Guide to Morocco-2

The exchange rate is around 10.7 Moroccan dirhams per euro

money-bill.svg

Guide to Morocco-3

On average from Prague around 2.5 thousand CZK, from Vienna or Nuremberg there is a ticket for the price of 1.5 thousand CZK

plane.svg

Guide to Morocco-4

## Typical dishes of Moroccan cuisine

Thanks to its truly special delicacies and sweet-salty taste, Moroccan cuisine has won the most diverse brand in all of North Africa. She was also influenced by Spanish, French and Senegalese cuisine, so there is no shortage of specialties. Delicious fish are taken from the sea and juicy fruits and vegetables grow at the foot of the mountains and in oases.

They like to eat healthily in Morocco and let's face it, they have everything they need for this lifestyle. They like to mix sweet and savory flavors, so meat is often served with a sweet sauce or garnish. Dried fruits, rose water and orange blossom water are also used as "spices" for salty foods. When it comes to welcoming guests, they are not intimidated at all and put a ten-course menu on the table.

### Harira Soup

Harira is a typical Moroccan, slightly sour tomato-based soup that you should definitely try if you are in Morocco, because it is the most typical dish of local cuisine. You can even find minced meat, chickpeas and lentils in it. At first glance it may look like a light soup, but the look is deceptive. It has a very dense structure and is served with bread, so we recommend it as a main course. By the way, you can order from this delicacy for less than 1 GBP. It was originally consumed during Ramadan after the end of the daily fast, then also on famous holidays and weddings.

### Tajine

This specialty needs to be tasted. Tajine, the famous slow-cooked Moroccan "goulash", named after the traditional clay or ceramic pot in which it is made. It's weird because the food doesn't cook or fry in it, but it evaporates. And because it is produced slowly in steam, it retains the benefits of vitamin content and does not lose its taste. Tajinet / tazini / is traditionally consumed directly from dishes. It is a national dish that, like couscous, is cooked in various variants. Delicious sauce with different vegetables, meat, fish and spices. Combinations can only be limited by imagination.

### Bastila / Pastilla

A spicy "pie" whose taste seems almost unthinkable to put into words, love for the first bite. It was traditionally made from pigeon meat, today it is mostly made from chicken cooked in saffron, ginger, pepper and cinnamon sauce. It is filled into Warq dough, layered with eggs and roasted almonds. Absolutely amazing taste and texture! Another version is the salty sea scallop.

### Brochette

Pieces of meat pierced with skewers or needles, grilled on fire or charcoal. The best ones include chicken, beef or lamb.

### Kefta

In the name of Keft, Moroccans call minced meatballs spiced with cumin. There are only meatballs without sauce, which are inserted into the sandwich, there is a potato version with tomato sauce, but the most popular are tomatoes poached in tajine.

### Poulett

Chicken made in the aforementioned tajine (clay ceramic pot), which can be prepared in many different combinations. One of the favorite Moroccan chicken recipes is spicy stewed chicken drizzled with lemon, honey, raisins and almonds.

### Kebab

Kebab, denotes a variety of grilled dishes from pre-Eastern cuisine. So kebab is not like a kebab. This is based on Moroccan spices and minced lamb with a delicious brown sauce.

### Briouats

Fried puff pastry in the shape of a triangle or crescent, called warqa, is filled with a variety of fillings, such as spicy lamb or goat cheese. The peculiarity is that it is also perfect as a dessert when filled with almond cream, for example.

### Mint tea

One of the basic elements of Moroccan culture is mint tea. Wherever you go in Morocco, you will find cafes full of men drinking coffee or mint tea. We often wonder why in countries where the heat wave last for months, people drink hot tea. Drinking hot tea deceives the body's feeling of warmth. One begins to sweat and sweating cools the body. There was also a small ceremony of Moroccan mint tea. If we order green tea somewhere, it is brought in a jug. Pour the tea into our glass cup and then add fresh mint and sugar. We need to know that Moroccans are drinking very sweet tea, so we won’t be surprised if they bring us a cup of tea, add a full sugar bowl.

## Food prices in Morocco

It is best to shop or eat at local markets, which you will find everywhere in big cities, but also in smaller villages. In the markets, prices are very low, and many times cheaper than at home. For example, you can get a kilo of oranges for 0,2 GBP, peanuts for 0,3 GBP, pastries for 0,1 GBP. Local small shops are also cheap. Alcohol is only sold in specialist shops, but you can also find it in Carrefour. In restaurants, however, expect much higher prices, especially alcohol is very expensive.

For orientation, here are a few examples of prices:

1 MAD (dirham)= 0,08 GBP

- Sardines - about 10 fish for 10MAD
- Moroccan salad and bread - 6MAD
- Brochette (skewers) - chicken, beef: about 25-35 MAD
- Moroccan salad (tomato, onion, pepper, vinegar - delicious, refreshing): 5 - 20 MAD
- Pancake with honey on the market: 5-8 MAD
- Pain au chocolate: 1 MAD
- Arabic bread: 1 MAD
- Tajine - beef, with fish (seldom there is a lot of meat): about 25-35 MAD
- Large baguette: 1.5 MAD
- Kiri processed cheese: 13 MAD (whole package)
- Moroccan honey: 20 - 25 MAD (common in the store)
- Moroccan olive oil (1 liter): 45 - 55 MAD
- 1.5 liters of water (shop): 5 MAD
- 5 liters of water (shop): 10 MAD
- 0.5l Coca Cola (shop): 5 MAD
- 0.5l fruit juice (strawberry, kiwi, orange): 8 - 12 MAD
- Espresso: 6 - 8 MAD
- Café au lait (coffee with milk): 10 MAD
- 1 teapot: 5 MAD
- Bottle of Moroccan wine: 60 MAD
- Moroccan beer: 5 MAD

## Where you can best find yourself in Morocco

Start your morning at the Patisserie, founded in French colonial times. In such small French bakeries there is a huge selection of cheap and very tasty pastries. Even local restaurants are not particularly expensive. We don't even have to emphasize a specific restaurant, just go down the mysterious narrow streets and we guarantee that you will not be disappointed by the local cozy restaurants. If you are visiting Marrakech, don't miss the Jad Jamal restaurant in Ben Youssef Square. It is an oasis of calm in the middle of the constantly busy medina.

Food

## List of airports

- Casablanca Airport (CMN)
- Agadir Airport (AGA)
- Fes Airport (FEZ)
- Marrakech Airport (RAK)
- Nador Airport (GDR)
- Oujda Airport (OUD)
- Rabat Airport (RBA)
- Essaouria Airport (ESU)

Airports

Other things to consider when planning your ideal time to travel to Morocco are local holidays and events. For example, traveling during Ramadan will give you a different view of Morocco. Depending on what type of trip you want, these can be times you either want to avoid or especially look for.

## When to fly to Morocco

When is the best time to travel to Marrakech? Here is some information to help you make your decision:

- On average, July and August are the warmest months.
- Marrakech has a dry season in June, July and August.
- January is the coldest month of the year.

## Weather in Marrakech

The weather in Marrakech is good all year round.

{{< guide-forecast7 code="31d63n7d98/marrakesh" >}}

### Cheapest flights to Marrakech

The graph describes the minimum prices of flights to Marrakech and their development
by weeks. Further data on the graph show the average day and night temperatures and
total precipitation, if data are available. By clicking on the individual columns in
graph, you will get a more detailed [current data from the search engine](/).

{{% FutureFlightPriceChart
  destination="RAK"
%}}

So you can see which date is the best for the departure to Marrakesh given the development
weather in the destination and given the current ticket price.

### Cheapest flights to Casablanca

The following chart shows the lowest prices of flights to Casablanca in
weather context. Click on the individual columns in the chart to get more detailed
current [search engine data](/).

{{% FutureFlightPriceChart
  destination="CMN"
%}}

If you want this widget on your page, [contact us]({{< ref "/kontakty" >}}).

Weather

## The most beautiful beaches of Morocco

If you spend your vacation sunbathing in the golden sands, the beautiful bays and picturesque lagoons of Morocco will be ideal for you. During the summer months, the best Moroccan beaches are surrounded by locals enjoying a holiday by the sea. But in the off-season, many beaches are deserted, so you can enjoy these slices of paradise for yourself.

- Las Cuevas Beach, Asilah
- Martil Beach
- Dragon Beach, Dakhla Peninsula
- Sidi Kaouki
- Ain Diab, Casablanca
- Agadir Beach
- Essaouira Beach
- Taghazout
- Oualidia Lagoon
- Legzira Beach

### Beaches in Essaouira

Windswept, the fortified and whitewashed coastal city of Essaouira has long been a magnet for travelers, musicians and those looking for an escape from the hectic pace of life in other Moroccan cities. Jimi Hendrix stayed here for several weeks in 1969, as did Bob Marley about a year later, when the city provided a countercultural refuge for hippies. Although Essaouira has become popular over the years, it remains wonderfully untouched. The tranquil medina - a UNESCO World Heritage Site - is entirely for walking. Souls are a pleasure to explore.

The endless expanse of unspoilt Atlantic beach in Essaouire stretches south toward the village of Diabat, a mecca for surfers, kite surfers and windsurfers. Along Mohammed V Boulevard, which leads from the medina to the end of the beach, you will find the ION Club, where you can rent surfboards, kites and windsurfing. At the opposite end of Essaouir's beach lies Diabat, with lot of white houses. Further along the coast, narrow roads lead to what the locals call sauvages (wild beaches). These long, white sandy areas, leaning on dunes lined with thorny gorahs and argan trees, stretch into thin, fading hazes.

### Casablanca beaches

Casablanca is probably the most famous Moroccan city, competing only with Marrakesh. But put aside your thoughts on Ingrid Bergman and Humphrey Bogart - this is a vibrant, breathtaking city what will draw you to your heart. It is a cosmopolitan place full of art galleries, quality restaurants, top fashion designers and top nightlife. At the same time, it is full of remarkable architecture, such as the Hassan II Mosque and Mahkama du Pacha. You can spend time and money in the old medina or in the giant shopping center, which is the largest in Africa. Casablanca has a cultural tradition, a progressive city that welcomes visitors with open arms.

### Saidia Beaches

Saïdia, in the north-eastern corner of Morocco, is the place to go if you are looking for a beach holiday where you can get away from all the problems. With an extensive white sand beach and azure Mediterranean waters, Saïdia is ideal, whether for a relaxing break or a more active break, or for a sightseeing holiday. You can play a round on the championship 18-hole golf course, go boating and diving, enjoy a meal in one of the best restaurants, and spend some time in the luxury spa. But it is not just about human development here; much of it is untouched nature. You should definitely visit the nearby oasis of Sidi Yahya, climbing the large dunes covered with eucalyptus and walking along the cliffs of Cap de l'Eau.

### Beaches in Agadir

Along the Atlantic coast of Morocco lie a number of seaside towns, great places to stay if you want to enjoy a beach holiday. Some places, such as Taghazout and Mazagan, are great for surfers and Essaouira is a popular kite-surf resort.

Agadir is a tourist hotspot: people come here from all over the world to enjoy their excellent sandy beaches. Further south is Plage-Blanche, an isolated beach in the middle of an ecological park, ideal for escaping civilization, where you will see pure Moroccan nature.

## Tips for trips and interesting places in Morocco

### Marrakesh

Marrakesh (/ məˈrækɛʃ / or / ˌmærəˈkɛʃ /; Arabic: مراكش Murrākuš; Berber languages: ⴰⵎⵓⵔⴰⴽⵓⵛ, romanized: Amurakuc, French: Marrakech), is one of the fourth largest cities in the Kingdom of Morocco. It is the capital of the Marrakesh-Safi region. It is located in the central southwest of the country, west of the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. Marrakech is 580 km (360 miles) southwest of Tangier, 327 km (203 miles) southwest of the Moroccan capital Rabat, 239 km (149 miles) south of Casablanca and 246 km (153 miles) northeast of Agadir.

#### Jemaa El Fna Square

Jemaa el-Fnaa (Arabic: ساحة جامع الفناء Sāḥat Jamāʾ al-Fanāʾ, also Jemaa el-Fna, Djema el-Fna or Djemaa el-Fnaa) is a square and market in the medina of Marrakesh (old city). It remains the main square in Marrakesh, used by locals and tourists.

The origin of the name is unclear: jamaa in Arabic means "choir" or "mosque", probably referring to the destroyed mosque on the spot. Fnaʼ or fanâʼ can mean "death / extinction" or "courtyard, space in front of a building." "Finâʼ in Arabic commonly means" open space "; the direct translation would be "assembly / assembly area". Other meanings could be "death gathering" or "mosque at the end of the world". Another explanation is that it refers to a mosque with a distinctive courtyard or square in front of it. The third translation is the "Assembly of the Dead," referring to public executions in the square around 1050 AD.

#### Kutubija Mosque

The mosque was founded in 1147 by Almohad's caliph Abd al-Mu'min just after he conquered Marrakesh from the Almoravids. The second version of the mosque was completely rebuilt by Abd al-Mu'min around 1158. Ya'qub al-Mansur may have completed the construction of a minaret around 1195. This second mosque still stands today. It is considered a classic and important example of Almohad architecture and the architecture of Moroccan mosques in general. The tower of the minaret, 77 meters high, is decorated with various geometric motifs of the arch and is finished with a tower and metal spheres. This probably inspired other buildings such as the Giralda in Seville and the Hassan Tower in Rabat, which were built shortly afterwards at the same time. The minaret is also considered an important landmark and symbol of Marrakesh.

### Casablanca

It is located in the midwestern part of Morocco bordering the Atlantic Ocean. It is the largest city in the Maghreb region and the eighth largest in the Arab world. Casablanca is Morocco's main port and one of the largest financial centers in Africa. The population is estimated to have a population of approximately 3.35 million in the metropolitan area in 2014 and more than 4.27 million in Greater Casablanca. Casablanca is considered the economic and commercial center of Morocco, although the main political city is Rabat.

### Tanneries and medina in Fezu

The Chouara Tannery in Fez is the largest of the three tanneries in Morocco. It was built in the 11th century. It is located in Fes el Bali, the oldest medina district of the city, near the Saffarin Madrasa River.

The Leather industry still works in the same way as at the beginning of the century. The tanneries are full of round stone containers filled with dye or white liquids to soften the skin. Leather goods produced in the local tanneries are exported all over the world.

Source used: <https://cs.qaz.wiki/wiki/Chouara_Tannery>

### Agadir

It is the capital of Morocco. It is located on the Atlantic coast near the foothills of the Atlas Mountains, north of the point where the Souss River flows into the ocean and 509 km (316 miles) south of Casablanca. Agadir is the capital of the prefecture of Agadir Ida-U-Tanan and the economic region of Souss-Massa. Most people speak Amazigh, one of Morocco's two official languages.

### Toubkal National Park

Toubkal is a national park in the High Atlas Mountains, 70 km from Marrakesh in midwestern Morocco. It was founded in 1942 and covers an area of 380 km2. The highest peak in the park is the mountain Jbel Toubkal, 4 167 meters high.

### Todra Gorge

The Todra Gorge is a series of limestone river canyons, or wadi, in the eastern part of the High Atlas Mountains in Morocco, near the town of Tinerhir. Both the Todgha Gorge and the neighboring Dades River are responsible for deep cuts in these rocky canyons, especially for the last 40 km (25 miles) over the mountains. The height of the canyon walls can vary, but in some places it can be up to 400 meters high.

### Living in Riyadh

Riad is a type of traditional Moroccan or Moorish interior garden or courtyard associated with the architecture of the house and palace. The term riad is often used in Morocco today in the sense of accommodation in private rooms and with shared common areas, inside a stylishly restored traditional residence.



## The highest mountain in Morocco

Toubkal (المنتزة الوطني لتوبقال) is the highest mountain in Morocco, located in the Toubkal National Park. At 4,167 meters (13,671 ft), it is also the highest peak of the Atlas Mountains, Morocco, North Africa in the entire Arab world, down to Ethiopia. The mountain is located about 63 km south of the city of Marrakesh in the Tubkal National Park.

For climbers, it is "the most popular mountain destination in the Atlas Mountains."

### Jabal Tubkal

The first ascents to the mountain are not recorded, but on June 12, 1923, Marquis de Segonzac, Vincent Berger and Hubert Dolbeau were the first Europeans to reach the top.

The usual starting point is the village of Imlíl (إمليل) in a valley that stretches north from Tubkal. In Imlíl, at an altitude of 1780 m, the road from Asní (أسني) ends, where buses run from Marrakesh (about 50 km; the remaining 17 km to Imlíl can be reached by car or taxi).

The road first winds around the kasbah (clay fortress), where the film Kundun was previously shot, and passes the village of Arúmd (أرومد, about 1900 m above sea level). Behind Arúmd is a large and flat stone field, behind which the road rises sharply and comes to the pilgrimage settlement of Sidi Shamharus (سيدي شمهروش, about 2300 m above sea level, 2 to 3 hours from Imlil). The clearly trodden path continues through a deep valley to the Toubkal hut (formerly Neltner), which lies at an altitude of 3207 m. The hut is in operation and belongs to the French Alpine Club (Club alpin français). Most tourists spend the night here. It is 4 to 6 hours from Imlíl here.

Guide to Morocco

Related posts

Africa

Registration benefits with Essens Travel