In the surrounding areas of Marrakech and the centre of the country, the nature is absolutely spectacular. Sportsmen and adventurers have the opportunity to really enjoy roaming these beautiful landscapes by foot!

Walks in the centre of Morocco

If there is a place that sums up the incredible diversity and richness of the beautiful country of Morocco, it is certainly the countless markets called souks.  You will dive into the unforgettable atmosphere and you will find everything imaginable and more.

Morocco's incredible souks

Today, Morocco has a worldwide reputation for its numerous cultural and principally musical festivals. It's a great occasion to discover the artistic riches of the country during a trip to Morocco.

Music festivals in Morocco

Morocco is world famous for its imperial cities. Every day, tourists from the four corners of the earth tour round the incredible palaces and gardens in these unique places. A breath taking visit in the heart of Morocco's history.

Morocco's superb imperial cities

It's without doubt the most touristy town in Morocco, thanks to its amazing souk and the immense Jema El Fna Square.

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Salaam alaikoum! When we think of Morocco, it is the buzzing and colourful souks, filled with the scent of exotic spices that spring to mind. We conjure up images of magnificent palaces, lush gardens and white, sandy beaches that stretch far into the horizon. But there is more to Morocco; a depth that goes beyond its beauty and colour. There is its soul, a heart that beats not only in the bazaars but also across its lands, all there for you to discover as you immerse yourself in the daily lives of its people. By meeting these people and by enjoying their hospitality during your stay, you will see Morocco and its inhabitants unveil the hidden treasures that lie at the core of their culture. From its four royal cities to the misty ramparts of Essaouira, from hiking and trekking across the countryside (be it in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains or on a camel’s back in the Sahara), wonders await you, no matter what your choice of holiday may be.

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Marrakesh

A charming coastal town open to the Atlantic.

Essaouira

More than 300 days sunshine a year make Agadir a well known seaside town. On the Atlantic coast, its long sandy beaches are loved by Europeans.

Agadir

A pretty traditional town, situated in the south of Morocco, not far from Agadir.

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The peaks of Oukaïmeden (Djebel Oukaïmeden) rise to more than 3,000 metres altitude. Oukaïmeden is one of the most beautiful ski areas in Africa to be visited during a trip to Morocco. 

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If you like picture-perfect scenery the road from Ourika to Oukaïmeden is well worth a visit. At first the landscape is green with olive trees and evergreen oaks but as you go up it becomes more stark. You will have magnificent views of the High Atlas foothills and see rock carvings. At the top of Jebel Oukaïmeden, you can admire the splendid view over the Toubkal mountains and the Haouz plain. In summer the resort is a cool haven with its vast high-altitude pastures I loved the local tajines: special dishes simmered in the ground! Authentic family cooking, simply yet delicious.

The peaks of Oukaïmeden (Djebel Oukaïmeden) rise to more than 3,000 metres altitude. Oukaïmeden is one of the most beautiful ski areas in Africa to be visited during a <a href="/morocco/">trip to Morocco</a>.

Oukaimden is best visited when the weather is good. The road takes you there in an hour and a half from Marrakech and is a fine introduction to the Ourika valley. You leave the bottom of the valley to go thirty kilometres up the hillside where cultivated terraces lead to vast pastures around which the resort is built.
Stalls, street traders and ski instructors await the tourists who go by donkey to reach the only chairlift to find snow. During the holidays I see coach-loads of Moroccan tourists and school groups and the road is often blocked when it is time to head back. I avoid the stalls and restaurants offering poor value for money. Using snowshoes or on foot in the summer, I especially love walking on the slopes leading to the villages of Tacheddirt with Agadir way below. The climb can also be done on the marked out rocks or on the nearby sandstone boulders.

A popular ski resort overlooking the Ourika valley and particularly popular with the people of Marrakech.

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