Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Mediterranean
Coast & the Rif
Why Go?
Northern Morocco offers a beautiful coastline, a mountainous hinterland rarely explored by
visitors and just one major city. The beguiling gateway to Africa, Tangier has emerged
from its shady past to become a tantalising experience. Eastward lies one of the last
stretches of undeveloped Mediterranean coast with high cliffs and sandy coves.
Tetouan and Al-Hoceima reflect former Spanish protectorate days in architecture and
food. More still can be found in the Spanish enclaves of Ceuta and Melilla with their medi-
eval fortifications and spectacular architectural treasures. Ranging over the mountains in-
land are magnificent national parks, from the coastal Al-Hoceima to the remote Beni-Snas-
sen, that beg to be discovered.
Go soon: the coastal highway is complete, and resorts are blooming in Martil, M'Diq
and Saïdia, and these developments are changing the coastline irrevocably.
When to Go
Apr
Spring is perfect for trekking in the Rif or exploring national parks.
