Atlantic Coast
The coast of Morocco is wild and windswept.
Essaouira is a Mediterranean-style fishing port and is located just a few hours west of Marrakech. This delightful fishing port has a wide sandy bay of crashing Atlantic waves and an intriguing network of dusty whitewashed houses, shuttered blue with a myriad of narrow alleyways, decaying arches of bygone days and secret doorways which occasionally open out into the hustle and bustle of a tiny square.
Essaouira’s beaches which are perhaps a little too windy to sunbathe on, offer miles and miles of unbeatable windsurfing and walking. Alternatively stay in the town and spend time in the main square, drinking in the cafes, shopping in the small yet friendly souq or exploring the old medina with its wonderful maze of streets.
Further north along the coast lies Oualidia, a seaside town set on a picturesque lagoon. Popular with the locals the bay here is famous in food circles for its oyster beds.
For further information or advice on your holiday to Morocco, please call our country specialist Charlotte on 01285 651 010.
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