Visit Foum Zguid and its region
10 places to see and what to do in Foum Zguid
Foum Zguid, city at the gates of the desert, in the region of Tata, is a treasure of authenticity and far from the classic tourist circuits. Discover the peaceful atmosphere of southern Moroccan cities and the warm welcome of desert nomads. Whether you are passing through or there for several days, we advise you some natural and cultural treasures to discover in Foum Zguid and its surroundings.
In Foum Zguid
The old kasbah Oum El Hench
Ancient kasbah and mausoleum
Location: near the center of Foum Zguid
Visit time: 45 min
Walk along the adobe walls of the ancient kasbah that once housed Muslims and Jews in this maze of covered alleys and nested houses. Today it falls into ruin, the natural materials used for its construction makes it vulnerable to the assaults of time. But its magnificent colors are revealed at sunset, creating a movie set where we imagine the life of families once.
There are still some frescoes and woodwork. We advise you to be accompanied by a guide for this visit to avoid dangerous passages that can collapse. At the bottom of the kasbah, you will see the mausoleum.
La maison des artisans
Location: Foum Zguid, near the Great Mosque
Visit time: 1h
Discover the know-how of artisans in the region in this place with typical Moroccan architecture, opened in 2022, which brings together several workshops. You will be able to see live the manufacture of carpets on looms, leather worker work leather, sewing traditional local outfits or the manufacture of silver jewelry. Meet the artisans who will be happy to share their art with you.
The Thursday souk
Location: new halls, near the Great Mosque, Foum Zguid
Visit time: 1h
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Every Thursday morning, local merchants and producers gather for the souk. The whole population is out, it is a friendly and typical moment of Moroccan life.
Palm grove of Foum Zguid
Location: near the centre of Foum Zguid
Visit time: 30 min
Backed by the old kasbah, the palm grove of Foum Zguid shelters small food crops irrigated by a traditional system that you can easily observe while walking. You may also come across a shepherd and his goats who come to pay there, children who play in the shade. The palm grove offers a pleasant freshness on hot days.
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The centre of Foum Zguid
Location: Foum Zguid
In the center of Foum Zguid, a main street is home to various stalls where you can find everything from groceries to crafts. Take the opportunity to buy fresh and local products then have a mint tea, in the shade of tamarisks, and observe the comings and goings of vehicles returning from the desert, covered with sand, the scent of distant adventure.
Around Foum Zguid
The rock carvings
Hike with your guide Abdelhak from Desert Foum Zguid for a day hike where he will show you the prehistoric carvings hidden in the mountain, a unique treasure in Morocco.
The waterfalls of Tissint
1 hour from Foum Zguid, towards Tata, what a surprise to discover these small waterfalls and saltwater ponds in desert landscapes. Surrounded by palm trees it is the ideal place to cool off on hot days.
The village of Zaouait Sidi Abdenabi
60km from Foum Zguid, accessible by the track, the village of Zaouait Sidi Abdenabi is in the middle of the vast plains of the Iriki National Park. Here we live to the rhythm of nature, simply. Our guide grew up here, which is why he is best placed to tell you the story and share the life of the nomads of the El Mhazil tribe.
The oasis of Laarjimia
Accessible by 4x4 by the track from Foum Zguid for about 1h to 1h30 drive, you will discover this little corner of paradise that offers a magnificent view of the tabular mountains that are also called the Moroccan colorado. You can take the time to have a picnic in the shade of date palms, see the herds come to drink at the well and walk around. Don’t miss the beautiful sunset for unique shots.
The dunes of Erg El Mhazil
The desert is a must if you come to Foum Zguid! By 4x4, your guide will take you to the wild dunes of Erg El Mhazil. A peaceful place, far from the hustle and bustle of dune areas sometimes too crowded. Here we favor calm, nature and hiking on foot or camel. A night in bivouac will allow you to appreciate all the beauty of the starry sky in the desert and the atmosphere of the evenings in music with the nomads.