Souk
El Had
Souk El Had of Agadir is the heart of the old medina, rebuilt after the earthquake of 1960. In the souk, a large number of merchants are gathered to offer customers a multitude of diverse and varied services, from computer to clothing or cosmetics to primeurs. Many crafts and traditional crafts present the most beautiful pieces of Moroccan crafts in one place.
Parc
National du Souss Massa
The
nature and ornithological reserve of Oued Massa is easily accessible from the
N1. About 60 km south of Agadir, towards Sidi R'bat the tourist village. The
road is a sandy track that leads to the reserve gate and parking. Wadi Massa is
part of the Souss Massa National Park. It protects this important migratory
stopover between tropical Africa and Europe. Today, he is mainly in charge of
protecting the last viable population of bald ibis around the world. The park
managed by the High Commission for Water and Forests and the fight against
desertification, is organized. A day care center is being set up and some of
the technical agents have solid naturalistic knowledge, which allows a good
monitoring of bird populations. Eco-tourism tours were created and local guides
were trained to acquire solid knowledge. It is then possible, in all
discretion, to observe the comings and goings of the birds according to the
tides and the frolics of many wild boars in the mudflats, at any time of the
day. An ideal place to discover some of the fauna and flora of southern
Morocco.
Spot de surf de la baie
d'Agadir
The nature and ornithological reserve of Oued Massa is easily accessible from the N1. About 60 km south of Agadir, towards Sidi R'bat the tourist village. The road is a sandy track that leads to the reserve gate and parking. Wadi Massa is part of the Souss Massa National Park. It protects this important migratory stopover between tropical Africa and Europe. Today, he is mainly in charge of protecting the last viable population of bald ibis around the world. The park managed by the High Commission for Water and Forests and the fight against desertification, is organized. A day care center is being set up and some of the technical agents have solid naturalistic knowledge, which allows a good monitoring of bird populations. Eco-tourism tours were created and local guides were trained to acquire solid knowledge. It is then possible, in all discretion, to observe the comings and goings of the birds according to the tides and the frolics of many wild boars in the mudflats, at any time of the day. An ideal place to discover some of the fauna and flora of southern Morocco.
Greniers fortifiés
Fortified granaries, igoudar in Berber and plural agadir, were used to store crops, jewelry or important objects.
Their constructions date back several centuries. The cases that we used as a warehouse are generally 1m50 by 4m and can be closed by wooden doors more than 1000 years old still intact.
The villages were gathering to build these granaries.
In the region of Aït Baha, two fortified granaries:
- Imchguiguilne
- Inoumar
Tafraout
Tafraout is a small Berber town of about 5,000
inhabitants, located in the Anti-Atlas.
At the heart of the Ammeln valley, the city is surrounded by many pink granite
rocks of different shapes.
A palm grove is home to many argan trees, olive and almond trees.
Every year, the almond festival (in winter) and the festival of lights
"Tifawine" take place.
Marché Central d'Agadir
This is the local market, everyone is in this small indoor market to shop
for fresh produce every morning in a very friendly atmosphere. Fish stalls,
butchers, greengrocers, flower sellers, there is everything you need to simmer
good food.
Mirleft
Mirleft is a village located south of Agadir, between the town of Tiznit
and the village of Sidi Ifni, between the Atlantic Ocean and the mountain range
of the Anti-Atlas.
This Amazigh village is touristy thanks to these many cliffs that fall into the
ocean. Fishing and surfing are the main activities offered, among many others.
In 1935, a military fort was built on the heights of the city.
Jardin d'Olhao
Garden of Olhao is also called Garden of Portugal. It is pleasantly laid
out and commemorates the signing of the agreement of cooperation and fraternity
between the city of Agadir and the Portuguese city of Olhao.
Two pavilions, located at the corner of Avenue des FAR, are home to a moving
exhibition of documents retracing the 1960 earthquake that ravaged the city.
There are pictures of the missing city and others taken in the aftermath of the
disaster, as well as photos of some buildings that resisted the disaster.
The district of the new Talborjt with its small white and cubic houses and its
animation, is the only district of Agadir whose atmosphere is truly Moroccan.
La Kasbah d'Agadir
The Kasbah of Agadir is one of the most
grandiose sites of the city. It is a fortress, overlooking the city and the
beach at a height of 236 meters. This site was first erected in 1540 by a
former Moroccan king before being rebuilt in 1752 to better protect the city
from Portuguese and Spanish invaders. This fortress has contained the oldest
district of Agadir, at the time composed of small streets and playful
residents. This is where the old site of the city was before the earthquake of
1960. A majestic historic place to walk and admire the bay of Agadir.
Musée de la Mémoire
The Museum of Memory in Agadir tells the
story of the earthquake that devastated the city on February 29, 1960, thanks
to the photos and writings of witnesses to better understand this event.
Le Grand Rucher D'Inzerki
The Grand Apiary Inzerki is the largest
and oldest apiary in the world!This collective apiary, more than two centuries old, is made up of many rammed
earthen boxes where cylinders are placed to form hives. It is at altitude (980
meters), surrounded by many flowers and plants: argan trees, palm trees, thyme,
lavender, etc.During its highest activity, the apiary had nearly 4,000 hives. Today, some
douars share the apiary.To visit this apiary, contact the Association of Inzerki Apiary (to find on our
guide).
Plage d'Agadir
The waterfront area of Agadir consists
of hotels and the city beach, which stretches for more than 10 kilometers. It
also has many restaurants and cafés combining tradition and modernity. For
those who love walks, the town has just completed a 5-kilometer walk-through
project allowing for a total discovery of the magnificent seafront. A real
embellishment and an added tourist attraction for the new city of Agadir.
Spot de surf la pointe d'Imssouane
Beware of sharp rocks, better go at high
tide, point break, one of the longest straight of Africa. Spot for all levels.
Marina Agadir
The luxurious Agadir Marina is a
splendid and friendly place with sea views. The boats are moored to pontoons
previously leased to the city. The Marina also hosts shops, cafes and
restaurants of standing to do some shopping before a stroll at sea or simply,
rest in the sun and take some colors.
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