
City in Morocco
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Ifrane is a city in the Middle Atlas region of Morocco.
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Normally the campus is closed to non-students, but there are occasional events that allow visitors to see the campus. You can also request special permission from the faculty.
The newer part of the city. Here, you can find the center for tourism, the iconic Lion statue that many tourists like to take pictures next to, the lake and park, and a number of restaurants, cafes, and convenience stores. Note that due to a prolonged drought, as of 2024, the lake (as well as most other water sources in the area) has unfortunately been bone dry for several years.
The marché or souq, open every day, is where the locals buy their supplies. Anything from books and electronics to meat and fruit can be bought here. There are also many restaurants of varying quality and price.
A series of waterfalls, some of which are found inside the forests of Ifrane, others which you should take a taxi to. None are particularly impressive, but all are pretty. As of 2024, however, most are completely dry due to the drought, although there is a bit of water still flowing further north away from the town.
More high class than most restaurants in Ifrane. The only place that serves pastilla in the vicinity.
A new shiny restaurant.
Good food. More varied menu than many others.
Used to serve excellent Kafta-Tajine, but has lost a bit of its atmosphere since the renovation.
The sandwiches were famous, but since it moved to a new location, they are not as good anymore.
Serves good chicken.
One of the better places in the marche. Popular with Al Akhawayn students and less aimed at tourists.
It is one of the most luxurious hotels in the area. There are two pools.
By grand taxi
The easiest way to get into Ifrane is by grand taxi from Fez or Meknes. Both cities are an hour away. Grand taxis in Fez leave near the Fez CTM station.
By bus
CTM has an office at the east end of the marché and buses are likely to stop / depart from there.
Most places are within walking distance, but petit taxis are also readily available. The minimum fare is 5 dirham for small distances (e.g. marché → centre ville), longer distances will be 10 dirham.
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