According to the Ministry of Tourism, Handicrafts, and Economy, visitor arrivals totaled 6.5 million persons in the first six months of this year, a 21% increase over the same period last year. “The figures for June confirm the upward trajectory that tourism has been on since January 2023.”
The number of arrivals is expected to reach 6.5 million by the end of June 2023, a 21% increase over the previous year, according to a ministry brief on tourist arrivals.
According to the same source, the volume of arrivals at border checkpoints reached approximately 1.4 million visitors in June, a +25% increase over 2019.
Several markets contributed to this achievement, including Spain (+79% vs. 2019), the United States, Canada, the Israeli market (+96% vs. 2019), the United Kingdom (+23% vs. 2019), and Portugal (+16% vs. 2019)
The ministry explains that numerous partnerships have been signed with Tour Operators and online travel agencies in order to secure 2.8 million customers for the 2023 summer season, which is double the volume secured for the 2019 summer season.
According to the press release, Fatim-Zahra Ammor, Minister of Tourism, Crafts, and the Social and Solidarity Economy, stated that “the indicators of the sector testify to the very good health of our tourism.”
And to add: “Our ambitions are obviously more important within the framework of the roadmap, and we will continue to work with the entire industry and deploy the necessary means to achieve our quantitative and qualitative objectives”
Tourism, a key foreign exchange earner, produced 41 billion dirhams (MMDH) in foreign currency receipts by the end of May 2023, representing a 42% increase over the same time in 2019.
Morocco is a land of hospitality. Land of varied landscapes, contrasting contours and lush nature, it offers its legendary generosity and authentic know-how. With typical assets and inexhaustible resources, the cities endorse different personalities, competing for charm and hospitality.
Strolling through the souks you will discover local products and unique handmade treasures. Morocco is pleasure in everyday life, a heady scent of orange blossom, eucalyptus and tamarisk.
Great ambassador of art, Morocco offers a lot of artistic events of all kinds, and numerous art galleries, cultural centers and spaces for unique artists.
Cradle of noble music, the Kingdom claims a musical legacy, the pride of its inhabitants (Andalusian music, Gnaoua, Amazigh, chaabi, malhoun, and many others …)
Bab Mansour el Aleuj
Meknes isn’t far from this, it is indeed the perfect incarnation of what we’ve had written before, it is in fact one of Morocco’s imperial cities, it’s medina is listed as world heritage of humanity.
Embedded between the Atlantic plains and the Eastern highlands, between the northern Middle Atlas and the hills of the Rif Mountains, it unveils a harmonious splendor.
With its architectural heritage, it’s an enchantment for visitors: wide ramparts, impressive palaces, its mosques, madrasahs, gardens, pools and museums. You will never forget your visit inside its walls where are combined wellness in its purest form, smooth lifestyle and ancient grandeur.
Buildings that defy time :
The ramparts of the city covering nearly 40 km in length are pierced twenty fortified gates, towers and bastions. At first glance the medina appears as a strong fortress. Here, the gates are works of art and souks offer a scenic and unusual journey.
Medina of Meknes
The Al-Hedim place, a vast esplanade is an essential thoroughfare to access the souks. At dusk, the square and its large market come to life to accommodate merchants, acrobats, storytellers and fire eaters. A popular and timeless atmosphere is renewed.
On the edge of the Al-Hedim and the medina, the Dar Jamai Museum, in the Moorish style is now the Regional Museum of Ethnography, where gold threaded embroidery, pottery and antique jewelry recall the past splendors of the Kingdom.
The Bou Inania madrasah is a masterpiece built according to traditional coranic school plans. The walls of the courtyard are covered with zelliges, chiseled stucco, and beautiful cedar wood carvings, offering a wonderful example of Moorish decor.
The fabulous Hri Souani dates from the time of Moulay Ismail. With huge proportion, it consists of 23 naves supported by pillars and arches it served as a granary back in time. This place was used in many international films: such as “the last temptation of Christ” and “jesus of Nazareth”.
The Moulay Ismail mausoleum, built in 1703, is one of the few religious buildings open to non-Muslims. The mausoleum is accessed by The entrance door that is very ornate, surmounted by green tiles, the lower walls are covered with mosaics. Marble basin in the middle of a 9.88m by 10m side yard, The patio of the funeral complex is beautifully decorated, from floor to ceiling. in the middle stands a small marble basin.
The white marble tomb of de Moulay Ismaël is in the last room, the other two tombs are those of his son and successor Moulay Ahmed Ad-Dahabi and of Sultan Moulay Abderrahman Ibn Hicham. There is also the tomb of his first wife Lalla Khanta, on the right. The clocks given by Louis XIV to Moulay Ismail, for his refusal to grant the hand of the future Princess of Conti, are at the back of each side of the room.
Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail
The little treasures of Meknes :
With more than 50,000 artisans, Meknes and its region perpetuate ancestral knowledge in the art of wood carving and painting, weaving (carpets, hanbel, embroidery ..), wrought ironing or inlaying, leather (leather goods, binders and slippers).
Ecotourism destination per se, the resources of Meknes region are infinite. It is “Morocco’s water reserve as well as a forest, pastoral and agricultural land. A land with limitless resources, famous for its olive oil, its date palm culture, horse farming, trout farming… Etc.
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Around Meknes :
About twenty miles north of Meknes, built on the rocky outcrop overlooking the valley of Oued Erroumane, the quiet town of Moulay Idriss houses the mausoleum of the founder of the Idrissides dynasty.
Volubilis, another key city in the region, was listed World Heritage by UNESCO in 1997.
Volubilis is the largest archaeological site in Morocco and is renowned for the many mosaics decorating the antique buildings. Going up towards the Middle Atlas, you will see along the road, huge cedar forests land, dotted with green valleys, lakes and springs.
Volubilis
Plenty of options for hiking, horse riding, trekking, mountain biking, fishing. At the heart of the mountains flows the longest river in Morocco, Oum Er-Rbia, rising 40 km from Khenifra.
Ifrane, nicknamed Morocco’s Switzerland is a charming traditional province at 1650 m. Displaying an urban character reminiscent of the alpine resorts with stone chalets and red tile roofs, it has a delightfully quiet and discreet atmosphere.
The mountain tops are often snowy in winter and the landscapes are pastoral. Skiers should not miss the slopes of nearby stations, Michlifen (2036m) and Jbel Heb (2104m).
Meknes Imperial, eternal city, offers you the experience of a timeless stay, at the frontiers between the history and present times.
In the heart of the Middle Atlas Mountains, the domains of Tourist Reception of Ifrane, “home of the Cedar” is a fascinating charming destination located about sixty kilometers from the two large imperial cities of Meknes and Fez.
The region is full of lush green landscapes, lakes and immense forests of cedars, holm oaks and pines. It is also one of the Kingdom’s vast water reserves where the largest Oum Er-Rbia River originates.
The region is home to a multitude of picturesque villages with Berber cachet and ancestral traditions.
Ifrane, ecological capital of Morocco
The lush vegetation as well as the abundance of its water resources and fertile pastures has earned Ifrane the nickname of Ourti, which in Berber means “garden”.
The Ifrane area has exceptional assets characterized by plant diversity (cedar forests, holm oaks, pines) and animals (partridges, wild bears, magot monkeys, macaques) and landscapes (natural and artificial lakes, caves, volcanic sites and magnificent scenery, cedar groves and steppes) to which is added the richness of the cultural heritage of the Middle Atlas (folklore, clothing, zaouiat, wooden sculptures and jewelry items) and internationally recognized ornithological sites for observation certain endemic birds (coot, tadone, covert, perge bee-eater) which attract both national and foreign tourists.
Ifrane, the little Switzerland of Morocco
The first traces of humans in the region date back to the Neolithic period. Caves such as those at Tizguite as well as archaeological remains dating back to prehistoric times at Zerouka, Ghabt Al Bahr and Itto bear witness to this.
Mountain town, with its houses with red tiles, its green meadows, its healthy climate, nicknamed the Switzerland of Morocco, Ifrane experiences a marked animation in winter and until spring, while during the summer, the freshness of its green sites, its forests of holm oaks, firs and cedars make it a vacation and summer resort par excellence.
It is home to one of the most prestigious universities in Morocco: Al Akhawayne. Ifrane is the most frequented summer resort and a stopover for those looking for calm in Swiss Berber style (Winter Tourism in Morocco).
The area has enormous tourist potential: variety and diversity of landscapes, lakes and rivers, as well as a mild climate. Its natural resources make it a favorite tourist center for hiking, wild boar, partridge and hare hunting.
Its lakes are essential for trout and pike fishing. It is also a pastoral region. This is where we find the largest cedar forest in Morocco. These forests are integrated into the international network of model forests.
Ifrane can be the starting point for beautiful excursions for hikers and nature lovers: “Circuit des Lacs” or “Circuit des Dayets”.
The refuge waterfall
Also called “cascade of the virgin”, this source is located 3 km from Ifrane. It is an ideal place for relaxation and picnics with the family.
The lion’s place
Lion Monument in Ifrane
A place where all Ifrane visitors meet. Carved out of the rock, a lion rests, meditatively, in a semblance of deep introspection.
It has not ceased to intrigue visitors for decades. Powerful, impassive, with impressive dimensions: 7 m. long, 1.50 m wide and 2 m high, inscribed in legend, the most diverse rumors have been circulating for a very long time according to which it is the work of prisoners, legionaries, individuals of various nationalities.
Source Ras El Ma
Ifrane in View
Located 5 km from Ifrane on the road connecting the city to Azrou, this site is home to the basins of the national center for fish farming and rearing of Atlas trout alvins.
Moudemame, on the paths of beautiful cedars The word “Moudemame” designates hawthorn. On the site is a natural hawthorn orchard which, when in bloom, offers a colorful view. Here, the forest is home to many forest species, of which cedar is the keystone. This majestic tree, known as Idel or Begnoun, is a species endemic to Morocco.
Cedar wood is popular as a lumber and utility. The essential oils of cedar wood, widely used in pharmacology, are renowned for their therapeutic virtues. This is why a grandiose “Maison de la Cédraie” building is located on the site. It is especially dedicated to the Atlas cedar and its socio-cultural values.
The Gouroud Cedar
It takes its name from the French colonel who seconded Lyautey from 1912 to 1914. Located 18 kilometers from Ifrane, it is the oldest of the “Cedrus Atlantica” species in the world (9 centuries). The height of this tree reaching 42 m and a circumference at the base of 9 m.
Today it looks like a huge coat rack. This giant cedar has been dead for a few years.
Ifrane Zaouiat waterfalls
69 km from Ifrane, this listed site offers a magical view, especially when the water is released. This small, isolated village is embellished with a pretty waterfall.
The waters of the Ifrane wadi irrigate the village as well as the crops located upstream of the waterfall. This site of the Zaouia of oued Ifrane is marvelous by the ascent of the beautiful waterfall overlooking the said Zaouia and giving an extraordinary panoramic view of the locality and its surrounding region.
Ifrane national park
Ifrane National Park
A space for discovery and adventure, the Ifrane National Park shines with the diversity of its landscapes, lakes and rivers. Its natural resources make it a tourist center of excellence.
Mountains, forests, lakes, rivers, and wildlife … in Ifrane National Park, nature appears in all its forms, according to the seasons. Spread over 125,000 ha and occupying almost the entire western portion of the Middle Atlas Central, the park is an environment with airy relief, medium mountains made up mainly of limestones or dolomites with, locally, schists or volcanic covers such as the plateau of Ito.
Distinguished by its ecological and biological values, it conceals a flora and a fauna as diverse as original with more than 1015 species, of vascular plants (more than 22% of the whole of the Moroccan vascular flora), 209 species of ‘birds (approximately 50% of the avifauna reported in Morocco.) including 103 nesting species (5 species of global importance such as the red kite, the marbled teal, the bald ibis as well as an abundant avifauna such as: shelducks, casarcas, and other coots) and 31 species of mammals including the magot monkey, barbaric squirrel and rozet macroscelid.
The Park also encompasses a set of biodiverse sites of remarkable rarity (Oued de Tizguite, Val d’Ifrane: the sources Vittel, Lac Dayet Aoua, Dayet Hachlaf, Dayet Ifrah, Dayet Iffer, Aguelmam Afenourir and Aguelmam Tifounassine, in addition the ski resort in Michlifen).
A space of freedom and discovery, the park is a favorite tourist hub for hikers, fishermen, lovers of outdoor activities and sportsmen looking for strong emotions and a serene atmosphere. The forest massifs and the wooded volcanic reliefs overhanging vast bare spaces (causses and karstic plateaus), are available for hiking, horse riding and mountain biking.
The springs, rivers, and mountain lakes (aguelmane, dayet) attract birdwatching and fishing enthusiasts. The massifs, covered with snow in winter, are the joy of skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts.
On the territory of the National Park, which extends over the territory of 8 rural municipalities and an urban municipality in the province of Ifrane, you can also discover a Berber population renowned for its rich culture and its diverse and ancestral traditions.
The natural space offered by the park also constitutes a privileged ground for any type of pastoral activity, thanks to the vast high meadows, to the numerous springs and to the great forest wealth of this place.
This space is just as renowned for its functions as a water tower as for those for producing lumber, crafts and sheepmeat: the famous Timahdite sheep.
Michlifen
A corner of paradise for nature lovers. 17 km from Ifrane and one hour from Fez and Meknes, Michlifen, whose altitude exceeds 2000 m, is a snow-covered volcanic crater of the Middle atlas Causse.
A fascinating route awaits geology enthusiasts, through these remains of ancient volcanoes craters which allow them to discover a magnificent landscape of forest, cedars, and turbulent geology.
On the edge of the cedar forest, the beautiful ski resort continues to attract thousands of winter and mountain sports enthusiasts.
The Middle Atlas was the first to see skiers evolve in Morocco. And it was in 1936 that the Ski Club of Ifrane was created.
At km 27, leave a small road on the left towards Jbel Hebri on which a second ski resort is built. At an altitude of 2100m, the resort offers two black runs from 50 to 200m.
At km 48, you arrive in Azrou, the starting point for many hikes. From Azrou, the road towards Meknes follows the edge of a plateau nicknamed Belvédère d’Ito. From there you can continue to the Central Middle Atlas.
Azrou, at the crossroads
Money in Ifrane
Azrou (the Rock in Berber) is a beautiful summer resort located at about 1200m altitude, on the edge of the most beautiful cedar forest in Morocco, and the most preserved.
The city has a kasbah built in 1684 by Sultan Moulay Ismaïl. For those who make the road between Meknes and Azrou via El Hajeb, it is imperative to take a short break 15 km away, at the “ Belvédère d’Ito ”, to enjoy a beautiful view of the colorful mountains. Ocher yellow.
Also worth seeing, the cedar forest and its monkeys as well as the artisanal cooperative on the road towards Khenifra. The surroundings of Azrou are favorite places for hiking, wild boar, partridge, or hare hunting. You can also enjoy pike or trout fishing
Dayet Aoua
Morocco’s most famous lake is located 17.5 km north of Ifrane. Its surface area (140 ha) varies according to the seasons. It is surrounded by a low damp meadow and woodlands of holm oaks and cedars. The submerged and emerged flora is abundant and very diverse.
To conclude Ifrane and its region are a heaven of greenery and pure air! A variety of sporting activities are available to you in a setting of rich and unexpected landscapes! Between its many lakes and its waterfalls of singular beauty, you will have the opportunity to flourish in an environment particularly conducive to sports activities of all kinds, and relaxing environment to meditate.
Visiting Morocco in Winter is Always a Good Idea and This is Why:
Few in the world are the countries which can claim as much diversity as Morocco. Geological, landscape, floristic, faunistic diversity, diversity of cultural heritages, human diversity.
From the ranges of the Atlas to those of the Rif, from an Atlantic coast to a Mediterranean shore, from sandy beaches to small isolated rocky coves, from the vast golden dunes of the south to the green oases, in Morocco, nature has left free run to its imagination.
A country with a thousand facets, different each season; land of atmosphere bringing together in its kingdom the greatest dreams and the most beautiful traditions of the Orient; land of encounters, of flavors; country where hospitality is king, Morocco will surprise all those who have the curiosity to go beyond the marked roads to discover its true nature.
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The return of gray skies and rain often rhymes with a cooking moment at home, wrapped in a blanket with an herbal tea in hand.
The rainy season pushes many people to take refuge at home even during the holidays, not in Morocco a country that is full of several beautiful regions that visitors can discover during all seasons.
Take height:
The mountain is everywhere in Morocco. To the north, the Rif is an imposing mountain range stretching from the eastern tip of Tangier to the territories of the Rif tribes on the Algerian border.
Beautiful coastal towns and magnificent landlocked villages punctuate this chain of reliefs which culminates at an altitude of 2000 meters.
1. Djebel Moussa/ Jbel Musa
Winter in Morocco (Unsplash)
Dejbel Moussa is a mountain in northern Morocco which rises to more than 850 meters in altitude. Hiking and climbing enthusiasts will certainly find what they are looking for as they can enjoy a panoramic view of the Strait of Gibraltar from the top.
For your stay, you can rent accommodation from locals or stay in a hostel. The city of Tangier is about thirty kilometers from Djebel Moussa.
The valleys of the Atlas Mountains:
More impressive the Atlas and its high snow-capped peaks cross the country from North to South, its name evokes the Greek myth of the giant Atlas condemned by Zeus to support the celestial vault on his shoulders.
Nicknamed the “roof of Morocco”, it is the highest massif in North Africa and delimits Saharan Morocco from Atlantic and Mediterranean Morocco.
To the adventure!
Country of mountains, Morocco offers sportsmen and amateurs alike, all types of hikes. In winter, good equipment quickly becomes essential, and board sports, surfing and skiing, can judiciously enhance a muscular trekking.
The most proficient can try to climb the summits to reach “the roof of Morocco” and offer a fabulous view of the whole country.
2. Ifrane
Ifrane, Morocco (Unsplash)
Ifrane is the Morocco of the heights, part of the Atlas and its majestic reliefs.
Perched at an altitude of 1,650 meters, the city surprises the traveler. It contributes to the wealth of experiences that can be lived in Morocco.
There, lakes with a calm wave, waterfalls which pour their cold waters into the valleys. All around, the largest cedar forest in the world. These trees raise their solemn silhouettes on the slopes of the Middle Atlas which they cover with a mantle of greenery.
The purity of Ifrane’s air depends on a delicate balance. To preserve it, the city is enclosed in a natural park. Walking there is a delight; you will enjoy browsing these beautiful regions. The hiking trails are numerous, among the most beautiful in the country.
A rich and varied fauna accompanies you in your walks. At the bend of a path, it is a macaque which amuses you with its antics; further on, in the background, proud and fearful, a Barbary deer is watching you.
Ifrane is also a heritage. The city is its own spectacle that a little train allows you to discover. On board, you cross some of the cleanest streets in the world, you discover a typical regional craft: there, upholsterers spin their works; here, a basket weaving cane stems; there, finally, a pottery or Thuja wood object shop lined with charming trinkets.
Ifrane is all this, a “little Switzerland”, with luxury hotels, in the middle of Morocco. Something to disorient you, that’s for sure!
What to do in Ifrane to keep yourself active?
In this little corner of Morocco, you can explore immense cedar forests during a trek on foot or on a horseback ride! Climb to the trees and admire the unique landscapes of the region during a tree climbing session.
On an ATV or quad, explore the countless areas of lakes and shelters!
Without forgetting of course to put on your skis! Enjoy the excellent air quality of the Ifrane region during a regenerating stay!
Ifrane and its region are a heaven of greenery and pure air! A variety of sporting activities are available to you in a setting of rich and unexpected landscapes! Between its many lakes and its waterfalls of singular beauty, you will have the opportunity to flourish in an environment particularly conducive to sports activities of all kinds.
Hunting aficionados will be able to practice their passion in the heart of the largest cedar forest in the world! Fish or explore in a pedal boat the lakes of Daït Aoua, Afenourir or Dayet Hachlaf.
And to end these holidays in style, you can even put on skis! Indeed, in winter, the ski resorts of Michlifen or Jbel Hibri give you the opportunity to set off on snowy slopes, by ski or sled!
3. Azrou
City of a thousand and one forests with many butterflies, Azrou, 89 kilometers south of Fez will reconcile you with nature in winter.
Once there, you are invited to visit Cèdre Gouraud, a kind of forest where there are centenarians’ trees.
If you are feeling adventurous and want to explore up and down the mountains and the Azrou forest, then you should definitely stay overnight at the camping area.
It is guaranteed to be really safe, and a lot of tourists will be camping too, so you are never alone. The Milky Way is also beautiful at night.
4. Toubkal National Park
The summit of Toubkal mountain (Unspash)
In the High Atlas, Toubkal National Park has an exceptional diversity of populations. On the advice of a mountain guide, the ascent can be done in two days with one night in a bivouac or in a refuge.
5. Aït Bouguemez
Still unknown to the general public, Aït Bouguemez is one of the most paradisiacal destinations in Morocco.
Nicknamed the Happy Valley, the Kasbah is popular with thrill seekers who can enjoy a variety of activities on site, such as canyoning, hiking and climbing.
Visitors who wish to enjoy a break of relaxation and change of scenery can also find what they are looking for in Aït Bouguemez, where they can enjoy a stay under the sign of relaxation and discover the M’goun massif in the central High Atlas.
The diversity of the fauna and flora of Aït Bouguemez attracts tourists from all parts of the world coming to know more closely the traditions of the local inhabitants.
6. Marrakech
Dream palaces, luxury hotels, splendid riads, and social events, Marrakech deploys its opulence without inhibition. All the greats of this world come to recharge their batteries and experience the magic of the bewitching ocher city.
A city both mystical and hectic, sparkling with life, Marrakech reveals its splendor to tourists eager to discover its art galleries, exhibitions, celebrities, luxurious palaces, and trendy nights. It’s thrilling magic works divinely, as proof, we always come back to it.
In winter, you can enjoy the ski resort of Oukaimeden, Visit the Ourika valley which sinks into the first foothills of the Atlas: a beautiful green valley surrounded by adobe villages which is suitable for hiking foot.
The picturesque village of Oukaïmeden is located 78 km south of Marrakech, in the heart of the High Atlas Mountains. The village is perched at 2,630 meters (8,530 feet), while the winter sports area clings to the edge of Jebel Attar Mountain and has a maximum elevation of 3,260 meters.
The ski resort of Oukaimeden
A single chairlift takes you to the top, where six descents await you. There is also a nursery area, a ski school, a family toboggan area, and a series of intermediate trails served by four ski lifts.
If you want an unconventional way, you can always climb to the top of the trail on one of the resort’s donkeys.
7. Amanar Lands
Hanging on like Tarzan, pulling like Robin Hood, and warming up by the fire – all can be done in Amanar Lands.
Located in an Amazigh region not far from Marrakech, this hotel-park complex at the foot of the Atlas Mountains is not to be missed.
The Park offers a wide variety of activities, including horseback riding, archery, Amazigh crafts, zip lining, swimming, and mountain biking, to fill your vacation agenda.
Amanar Zipline
8. Mazagan Beach and Gold Resort
If the stunning scenery, and historic charm are not enough to keep you entertained on a winter evening in Morocco, you can always relax in the many nightlife entertainment venues that Morocco has to offer.
To stay warm, what could be better than a short weekend at the Mazagan of El Jadida?
At Mazagan Beach and Gold Resort, located on the Atlantic coast of Morocco, is the Mazagan Casino, where you can spend an entertaining evening.
If you’re feeling lucky, indulge yourself in poker, roulette, punto banco and blackjack and over 400 slot machines.
Winter seasons are made for hiking, climbing, skiing seekers, for glamorous night events lovers, and for those who simply love chilling on the sofa, in a balcony pointed to a marvelous sight.
The millennial kingdom of Morocco seems to know it all and is calling you to be wiser enough to let him guide you, to one of the best days and memories that we all seek at least once in our lifetime.
Visit Morocco in The Summer : 5 Cities and 16 Places To Visit
To Visit Morocco in summer is one of the best choices you will make. Morocco includes many tourist and antique places.
Tourists always came to Visit Morocco in summer because they want to have fun, taking pictures, and having unique moments with their beloved family.
So, how hot is Morocco in summer? And is Morocco too hot in July?
Morocco is likely too hot in summer. However, there is some differentiation from one city to another.
For example, Tetouan city has a quiet climate and humid, Dakhla is hot due to its location exists near the Moroccan Sahara but with a fresh air because of the sea, but Ouarzazate is one of the hottest cities in Morocco in the summer.
In general, I like summer in Morocco because it is healthy.
Morocco is hot in summer, and some cities are warmer than others.
You can expect a heatwave with tropical weather. And an average temperature between 30℃ o 42 ℃.
Usually, the fifth week is the hottest in July.
I will show you the top five best places when you are going to visit Morocco in summer.
1. Ifrane
Ifrane is one of the tourist attraction cities that you must see when you visit Morocco in summer.
Statics shows that 12.9 Million tourists visited Ifrane in 2019. This statics means that Ifrane is one of the best places in summer.
The most attractive tourist places are:
The Virgin Falls “Ain Vital”
If you are looking for a beautiful environment that offers you a maximum dose of leisure and activities of picturesque nature, you should not miss Ain Vital.
Cèdre Gouraud Forest
Cèdre Gouraud Forest is one the most stunning places in Ifrane. The environment is calm and relaxing away from the bustle of the city.
You can also enjoy a free outdoor tour of the woodland trails with large stretches of tall trees with mountain biking.
Ifrane National Park
The Park is one of the most charming tourist spots in Ifrane. It is among the most significant domestic places in Morocco.
The Park also covers a surface of around 500 km with thousands of varied wildlife.
So, when you visit Morocco in summer, do not forget to visit every corner in Ifrane.
2. Agadir
In 2019, over 1 million and 190 thousand tourists chose to travel to Morocco in summer to visit Agadir.
To visit Agadir in the summer, you have to see these places:
Agadir Beach
The Beach is unique and characterized by the flat, undulating dune, wind movement across the high Atlas Mountains, tropical forests, and palm trees.
Seafront Promenade
The Promenade Seafront is a lovely place. And it has unique, quaint, and picturesque beaches.
You will enjoy the surrounding beaches and resorts with palm trees. The Roman Bridge construct to connect many European countries to the Marbella Lighthouse.
Agadir Birds Valley
Birds Valley is a pleasant place.
It includes hundreds of the most diverse and rare species of birds and mammals from the Asian and Latin American continents.
The flocks of goats and mountain ostriches roam around freely.
So, if you choose to visit Morocco in summer, this will be a unique trip to take, as you will enjoy hiking, playing hobbies, and camping in the forest.
3. Essaouira
Essaouira, or Mogador as called before, is an imperative city you have to see when you visit Morocco in summer.
And thousands of amateur surfing tourists visit it annually to enjoy their hobbies on its beautiful beaches.
It overlooks the Atlantic Ocean, which is famous for its high waves and wind speed.
Here are few places you have to visit.
The traditional Port of Mogador
Mogador Port is a traditional place for fishing in Essaouira. The Port also is one of the famous tourist attractions. It has many traditional wooden ships. And most of them are enjoyable blue fishing boats.
These blue wooden ships jostled with each other give a distinctive elegance that enchants visitors, especially at sunset, as the harbor becomes impressive.
When you visit the anchorage, the smell of grilled fish will greet you, so if you love to fish, do not hesitate to order a dish of fresh local sardines. I guarantee you will enjoy it.
Mogador island
Mogador isle the archipelago of Essaouira, and it is an ecological place. It has historical monuments reflected in two castles topped by towers at each corner.
And also, an old prison on an area of 150 square meters dating back to the 19th century named after the island, Mogador Prison.
From Essaouira coast, the visitor can see a mosque topped by a minaret.
The Old City
The Old City is a unique and distinctive architectural character.
You will notice the European engineering in the city alleys that influences the landmarks and walls of the city.
Its regular streets are distinctive and attractive Andalusian architecture style.
The old city of Essaouira is rich in historical buildings such as the Portuguese Church, the ancient walls, Ben Youssef Mosque, Bab Marrakesh fortress, Bab El Bahr, and Sqala Port.
So, enjoy surfing around Essaouira corner when you visit Morocco in Summer.
4. Dakhla
Dakhla is a good destination, and it is worth it to visit Morocco in summer. It has fresh air, good weather, great for swimming, and enjoying monuments.
I advise you to visit these places along your trip.
Dragon Island
Dragon Isle is among the most famous and quiet tourist areas in Dakhla. It was named after that because the shape of the island takes the form of a dragon.
Puerto Rico Beach
Puerto Beach is an enchanting beach. You can sleep in a traditional tent as part of a camping trip. And enjoy the stars of the sky shining luminous by the seawater.
La dune Blanche
The White Dune is one of the most famous and most beautiful beaches in Dakhla. The sprawling sands surround the waters and tempt swimmers.
And the place will make you feel connected to nature and a feeling of unparalleled comfort and relaxation.
Turkish Beach or Vingt Cinq
Vingt Cinq is an isolated beach. And is comfortable with clear blue waters.
You will see a gathering of camping trailers known as caravan and make a friendship with other tourists.
You will discover that love of region and perseverance in fishing hobbies and surfing combined everyone.
Have some fun with your beloved friends and enjoy the sunny coast. So, do not miss these chances when you visit Morocco in Summer.
5. Chefchaouen
It is impossible when you visit Morocco in summer without visiting Chefchaouen. When you are visiting Morocco in Summer, Chefchaouen is one of the best places.
In 2019, Chefchaouen attracted almost 89 thousand tourists. And the most important landmarks of Chefchaouen are:
Akchour waterfalls
It is 30 km from Chefchaouen and one of the most beautiful places to visit.
The waterfalls locate at a high altitude and provide an impressive view of the whole country, with their distinguished position amid the magnificent mountains.
Ras El Maa Waterfall
Situated in a peaceful place, Ras El Maa Waterfall offers the visitors the rest they need on their journey.
Choose a place to sit down, drink a taste of marked Moroccan tea, enjoy the Waterfall, and take a peaceful moment during your journey.
Souika Neighborhood
This Andalucian district is quiet, and the area is painted in popular white and blue colors.
And it is one of the oldest residential districts in Chefchaouen. You should also take some photos and buy some exclusive souvenirs.
So, I encourage you to visit every spot in Chaouen and take as many pictures as you can when you visit Morocco in summer.
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