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Book hostels in Chefchaouen
The blue city. Cats, mountains, and the most Instagrammable walls in Africa.
Tucked into the Rif Mountains, Chefchaouen is the village painted a thousand shades of blue. It's small, walkable, cooler in summer than the desert cities, and has become a firm backpacker favourite thanks to its photogenic medina, friendly hostels, and easy access to hikes in the Talassemtane National Park.
Highlights
- Wandering the blue medina at sunrise
- Ras El Maa waterfall
- Spanish Mosque viewpoint at sunset
- Day hike to Akchour waterfalls
- Local goat cheese (yes, really)
Best for
- Photographers and Instagrammers
- Hikers and nature lovers
- Travellers escaping the summer heat
- Short-break visitors (2–3 nights is enough)