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Chefchaouen, the blue city of the Rif
Blue-painted streets, mountains all around and an unhurried pace: this is one of Morocco's most photogenic towns.
High in the Rif mountains in the north, Chefchaouen stands out for the blue of its walls, which colours the stairs, doors and alleys of the medina.
Wandering without hurry
Unlike the large medinas, Chefchaouen's is small and quiet. You can walk it in a few hours, but it is best to spend at least one night and enjoy it without the day-trip crowds.
Viewpoints and surroundings
A twenty- to thirty-minute walk leads to the Spanish mosque, with a view over the whole town, especially lovely at sunset. The mountain setting also invites walking, with routes for different levels.
Outa el-Hammam square and the kasbah.
The fountains and washing places in the upper town.
Sunset from the Spanish mosque.
How it fits into a trip
Chefchaouen pairs very well with Fez and Tangier. Remember it is in the mountains: nights can be cool for much of the year.
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