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Ouzoud Waterfalls
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Ouzoud Waterfalls
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At 110 metres high, these are the most famous waterfalls in Morocco and the tallest in North Africa. They’re one of the major attractions near Marrakech.
Overview
At 110 metres high, these waterfalls formed by the Ouzoud River are the most famous in Morocco and the tallest in North Africa. They’re one of the major attractions near Marrakech, which means the site can get a little crowded on weekends or in summer. The falls are most impressive in late spring.
Key details
- Type of place: waterfall.
- Tourist interest: (recommended).
- Features: waterfalls in a mountainous setting.
- Location: northeast of Marrakech, not far from Beni Mellal, in the High Atlas.
- Distances: Beni Mellal (75 km northeast), Marrakech (150 km southwest), Aït Bougmez Valley (approx. 100 km south).
- Height: 110 m.
- Altitude: 1,060 m.
- Interest of the place: (recommended).
- Website: https://www.cascades-douzoud.com/
Environment
Precautions
What to see and do
The waterfalls cascade in three drops, the largest of which reaches 75 metres out of the total 110. A walk lets you explore them in 1 to 1.5 hours. The site is open and free, unlike the paid "official" parking lot.
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Getting there
Getting around
The site can only be visited on foot.
Sleeping and eating
Since the site is a tourist hotspot, there are several riads and hotels, as well as restaurants and shops on-site.