Azrou

Overview of Azrou

This town built at over 1,250 m is primarily a base for exploring the surrounding area, particularly the Ifrane National Park with its fishing and hiking opportunities.

Key details

• Type of place: city.

• Tourist interest: ★ (worth a stop if you are in the area).

• Location: in the heart of the Atlas, not far from Fès and Meknès.

• Distances: Fez (80 km to the north), Ifrane (20 km to the northeast), Meknes (70 km to the north), Midelt (125 km to the south).

• Local time: Heure : Azrou.

• Population: 82,000 inhabitants (2015).

• Area:

• Altitude: 1,278 m.

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History of Azrou

What to see and do in Azrou

Beyond its "Rocher" and the surrounding forest, which is home to Barbary macaques, the town itself doesn’t hold much tourist interest—unlike its surroundings, which are rich in attractions.

In the surrounding area

Fez ★★★★ (80 km)
A stunning imperial city, on par with Meknes, with a rich cultural heritage and a medina listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Ifrane ★★ (20 km)
Nestled in the heart of the mountains, the town and its surrounding landscapes resemble Europe. Beyond its distinctive charm, Ifrane is also known for its namesake national park and the nearby Michlifen ski resort.

Meknes ★★★ (70 km)
It neighbors Fez and, like it, holds imperial city status with a rich historical and cultural heritage that earned it UNESCO recognition.

Moulay Idriss ★ (95 km)
This holy city in Morocco is primarily known for the Roman ruins of Volubilis located on its outskirts.

Ifrane National Park ★★★ (30 km)
Just a few kilometres from Ifrane, the park is home to the largest cedar forest in the Maghreb. It offers stunning landscapes, several lakes, and is a popular spot for hiking and mountain fishing.

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