Ifrane
Ifrane looks nothing like the rest of Morocco — pitched roofs, clean parks, and the famous stone lion. It's a short, surprising stop between Fes and the cedars.
What stands out
Why this place stays with people
- Alpine-style architecture
- The stone lion
- Parks and lakes nearby
- Cool mountain air
Best time to go
Good any time. It can snow in winter, which some people love.
From the driver's seat
A quick stop on the Fes–Azrou road rather than a place to stay long.
Visitor guide
Your guide to Ifrane
How long to stay
About an hour.
Getting there
About an hour from Fes.
Worth seeing
- The alpine-style town and its stone lion
- The lakes of Dayet Aoua nearby
Good to know
- In winter there can be snow, and skiing at Michlifen.
- A pleasant coffee stop on the way south from Fes.
Routes through here
Ways to make it part of the trip
4 Days · 3 Nights4-Day Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour via Merzouga
Fes to Marrakech, Four Days$540–$730 per person · accommodation included
6 Days · 5 Nights6-Day Imperial Cities Tour: Casablanca to Marrakech
The Imperial Spine$850–$1150 per person · accommodation included
7 Days · 6 Nights7-Day Morocco Tour: Casablanca to Marrakech
Imperial Cities and Sahara$980–$1320 per person · accommodation includedIfrane, your way
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