Beaches in Morocco
Beach destinations in Morocco offer more than just sun and water. Agadir, is just a short flight from Europe, and it attracts many Europeans for a simple summer sun-and-sand vacation, but for many other visitors, Morocco’s beaches are all about surfing. The Atlantic Coast’s wild and windy beaches are known for their surf, and with so many surf schools, this is a wonderful area to learn, Morocco tour operator offers you many beach tours in Morocco.
Beach destinations:
Agadir:
At the foot of the Atlas Mountains and facing one of the most beautiful bays in the world, Agadir rises above the ocean in a relaxed and engaging atmosphere and rests on a very wide beach. The climate is always breezy, the air is rich in iodine and the sun shines almost every day of the year. In the evening the temperature drops, during the day it becomes warm, especially from late spring. One of the main attractions, apart from the beaches, is the Suk, Agadir’s market with 6,000 shops offering all kinds of goods in a truly unique setting of colours and voices. Before entering, be prepared to be stopped again and again by vendors offering their wares in a polite but insistent manner.
The best side of Agadir:
however, is the desert nature, with small streams between the rocks in enchanting scenery. From the village of Immouzer, you can climb up to the waterfalls of the same name, those with whitewashed limestone walls, in an area also famous for its honey production. An exhilarating experience can be a quad bike tour. The tour almost always starts from the small village of Lmzar to explore horizons you might not expect. The view from Plage Sidi Toual over the Atlantic Ocean is extraordinary. And the route passes through argan trees, dromedaries, goats and shepherds.
While it is true that the water is not the clearest in front of Agadir, it is enough to travel just outside the city to discover enchanting places or unspoilt beaches where the sea is wonderful: Aghround, Aourir, the famous Banana Beach which Jimi Hendrix chose as his favourite, or Tfnit beach. For a better understanding of Agadir’s culture, visit the Polizzi Medina, a cultural village outside the centre, in a magnificent eucalyptus forest, created by the Sicilian master Coco Polizzi during reconstruction after the 1960 earthquake. It comprises some thirty craft workshops run by young people who are carrying on the tradition.
El jadida:
Long a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it expresses a refined elegance in the sign of a very ancient history. It is the fortified city of Mazagan, built by the Portuguese during their domination from 1506 to 1769. Of the five original bastions, four remain. From the Bastion of the Angel, in particular, you can dominate the town with an exceptional view, while the Bastion of St Sebastian is known for still housing an Inquisition chapel. Old Mazagan also has beautiful beaches that are ideal settings for relaxation and fun. To the north, El Haouzia beach still has the wreck of a boat about two hundred metres from the shore. The elegant beach of Sidi-Bouzld welcomes many bathers in the summer and, thanks to the current from the Canary Islands, is always refreshing on hot days.
There are numerous restaurants in the harbour or along the Vialone De Suez where you can enjoy the excellent local cuisine. By the way, a stop in Oualidia will allow you to taste the oysters (freshly caught) in front of the sea or in the parks of the lagoon where they thrive. Returning towards the centre of El Jadida, you will come across the beautiful Portuguese cistern, an underground chamber built by the Portuguese and used as an arsenal. Outside the town is the fishing village of Moulay-Abdallahche, which hosts a religious and commercial festival that attracts 200,000 people and 15,000 horses.
Asilah:
A fortified city by the sea, on the north coast. This small, bright destination offers a taste of Spain while being set in the context of Morocco. The white walls of the houses are occupied by paintings that are one of the main tourist attractions. These are works that change every year, murals that are punctually renewed. The city is perfect in every respect for a bicycle tour and every year it hosts the Asilah Festival. An attraction for artists from all over the world who come here to paint murals.
The city walls and ramparts are still in very good condition, with two piers stretching out over the ocean. The local beach is very small. So many choose to stray to Paradise Beach, which lives up to its name, with soft sand and a peaceful ambience. Returning to Asilah, to the north, we come across the Church of San Bartolomeo. A typically colonial Moorish-style building constructed by Spanish Franciscans. One of the few churches in Morocco where bells can be rung on Sundays. Finally, El Hamra, a fascinating tower, another well-preserved piece of history, is worth a visit.
Essaouira:
It is well-known for its magnificent Medina. There’s more to the kasbah than the dazzling white walls. Essaouira is so lovely that Unesco has designated it as a world heritage site. It has a European feel about it, and the French designed it to be a perfect example of military architecture. It was called Mogador, a modest stronghold that has historically served as a link between Morocco and Europe. Ocean breezes sweep the shores, and many visitors come to ride the waves. A great place to visit if you want to immerse yourself in history, art, and adventure.
