Safi through “Route 44”

Route overview

This 3-day road trip along the Atlantic Ocean will give you real satisfaction, because you will have the opportunity to discover the other side of the rich and diverse region of Marrakech.

Exactly 186 km northwest of Marrakech is the second major city in the region: Safi. Known for pottery and sardines, the town of Safi is also renowned for its glorious history, the breathtaking views of the seas that surround it, and the unique experiences it offers its visitors.

Take Route 44 from Marrakech to Safi for a thrilling adventure. Start your day at Center 44 with breakfast at a local cafe. Explore the Safi medina by strolling through the alleys of the old town, then discover the culinary delights of visiting the local food market and tasting regional specialties. Immerse yourself in craftsmanship with a visit to a pottery workshop, then stroll around the port of Safi to admire the fishing boats before enjoying a delicious fish lunch. Continue your journey with a historic visit to the Portuguese fort, followed by a pleasant walk along the coast of Sidi Bouzid to enjoy the sunset. End this memorable day with dinner at Riad Asfi Hotel.

Start your day with breakfast at Riad Asfi Hotel, then embark on a coastal road trip to Lalla Fatna. Enjoy Lalla Fatna beach and explore the Beddouza 'Cap Cantin' lighthouse, built by the French at the beginning of the XNUMXth century. Continue to Sidi Ahmed Chachkal and allow yourself some free time to enjoy the vast beaches, go for walks and swim. For lunch, head to “Restaurant le Phare”, a local establishment. Finally, take the road again to reach your accommodation.

Start the day with breakfast at Azalai Beach Cottage and enjoy the morning in this pleasant setting. Then begin the road trip back to Safi, taking the return route via “Road 44”. Return to Marrakech following this scenic route.

Planning

P.S: This itinerary is designed to make planning your trip easier. However, times and deadlines are flexible. Feel free to spend more or less time at each of these points of interest. And remember that success is a journey, not a destination.