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Morocco is a cyclist's heaven, a country that has a wide variety of terrain, from the rocky mountains to the fertile valleys, the vast deserts and the coastal routes. Here are the top 10 places you have to visit when you are in Morocco for your cycling tour:
Why Visit: The Atlas Mountains are difficult and beautiful. The perfect roads for cycling are the twisting roads that pass through Berber villages and planted terraces.
Highlights: The Tizi n'Tichka Pass, the Ouirgane Valley, and the Toubkal National Park.
2. Marrakech
Why Visit: Start or end your tour in this lovely city, which is famous for its bazaars, palaces and nightlife.
Highlights: Jemaa el-Fnaa Square, Bahia Palace, and the Majorelle Garden.
3. Dades Valley (Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs)
Why Visit: This stunning valley is famous for its breathtaking rocky terrain, green oases, and traditional kasbahs.
Highlights: Dades Gorge, Todra Gorge, and the Rose Valley.
4. Why Visit: Cycle through the sands of the Sahara desert and make memories that will last you a lifetime. The landscapes of the desert are quite unusual and you will never forget them.
Highlights: Erg Chebbi dunes, camel rides and overnight camps in the desert.
5. Fes (Fez)
Why Visit: The cultural and spiritual capital of Morocco, Fes is a UNESCO world heritage site with a medieval medina and abundant history.
Highlights: Fes el-Bali (the old city), Al Quaraouiyine University, and the tanneries.
6. Why Visit: Chefchaouen is a place famous for its blue alleyways and peaceful atmosphere located in the Rif Mountains.
Highlights: Picking up the blue medina, the Ras El Maa waterfall and the surrounding hills for hiking.
7. Why Visit? It offers a pleasant change around with its calm atmosphere, fresh seafood and beautiful beaches.
Highlights: The medina, Skala de la Ville, and windsurfing on the beach.
8. Ouarzazate (The Way to the Desert)
Why Visit? Ouarzazate is a gateway to the desert and nearby film studios and is often re