Drâa-Tafilalet'n alue

Viewpoints & Natural Beauty

The Drâa-Tafilalet region showcases Morocco's geological diversity, from the red limestone cliffs of the Dades Gorges to the vast Erg Chigaga dunes. This collection features the winding hairpin turns of the Serpent du Dadès, ancient marine fossils near Erfoud, and the expansive Skoura palm grove. The list includes the turquoise Al Hassan Addakhil reservoir, the volcanic landscape surrounding Oasis Fint, and seasonal highlights like the Cascade de Tizgui.

Viewpoints & Natural Beauty — Kartta

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Gorges du Dades

Deep canyon carved by the Dadès River, featuring dramatic red limestone walls that reach heights of up to 500 meters.

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Gorges du Dades

A scenic vantage point overlooking the rugged rock formations and the river valley within the canyon.

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C

Erg Chigaga rq shqaq

One of Morocco's largest sand dune fields, stretching approximately 40 kilometers with dunes reaching heights of 60 meters.

D

Lost City

A collection of eroded rock formations and ancient ruins located in the desert near Erfoud.

E

Serpent du Dadès

A famous section of the R704 road known for its steep, tight hairpin turns winding up the canyon walls.

F

Skoura Palm grove

A 15-square-mile UNESCO-protected oasis containing over 70,000 palm trees and several historic mud-brick kasbahs.

G

Waht fynt

A lush river valley oasis surrounded by dark volcanic rock, located south of Ouarzazate.

H

Fossil Rocks

Geological area rich in prehistoric marine fossils, including orthoceras and ammonites embedded in the stone.

I

Tinfou Dune

These dunes are a sight to behold - fine golden sand shimmering in the sun. Easily accessible from Zagora.

J

Cascade de Tizgui

A seasonal waterfall and natural swimming pool set within a rocky gorge near Agdz.

K

Réservoir du Barrage Al Hassan Addakhil

Large artificial lake created by a dam on the Ziz River, known for the contrast of its blue water against the surrounding red desert hills.

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Natural bridge

A natural stone arch formation carved by water erosion over time.

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