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Dadès Valley

Country: Morocco Updated:

The Dadès Valley in southern Morocco is characterised by canyons, red rocks, kasbahs, palm oases and winding mountain roads.

AI illustration of the red gorge, oasis and kasbahs in the Dadès Valley
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When to go

Spring and autumn are particularly suitable. Summer can be hot and winter cool.

Things to see and do

Drive through the Dadès Gorge and visit kasbahs, viewpoints and Berber villages.

Practical tips

Some mountain roads are narrow and winding, so allow extra driving time.

Getting there and getting around

The valley lies on a popular road route between Ouarzazate and Merzouga.

Where to stay

The valley has small hotels, kasbah accommodation and family-run guesthouses.

What to try

Typical food includes Berber tagine, couscous, bread, dates and mint tea.

Official sources

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