Agadir: Farniente, the very essence of Agadir

Nicknamed the Pearl of Morocco, Agadir is one of the country's liveliest destinations. Reconstructed after the 1960 earthquake, the seaside resort is the ideal place to relax and unwind. Discover it with friends, family or as a couple. Known as a sunny town, the Pearl of the South enjoys 300 days of sunshine a year. The charm of this city lies in the great hospitality of its inhabitants and its golden beaches.

A seaside destination par excellence, you're sure to find what you're looking for here, with great hotels and holiday clubs, cultural and sensational activities, and a host of unforgettable memories. Visit the city's highlights with friends or family, and share moments of intense happiness. Between relaxation and activities, in Agadir you have every choice. As well as 340 days of sunshine a year, with summer temperatures reaching 40 degrees, you can swim all year round and bask in the golden sand on the beaches.

Morocco is also a mountainous country, with four main mountain ranges: the High Atlas, the Middle Atlas, the Anti Atlas and the Rif. If you're feeling more sporty, you can explore the mountain ranges overlooking Agadir. A complete change of scenery in a breathtaking setting. Other activities, such as cultural visits, are a must to familiarise yourself with the city's history. There are a number of museums you can visit to enrich your culture, the most popular of which is the Amazigh Heritage Museum, dedicated to the memory of Berber heritage. Explore the most popular tourist spots, as well as the most mysterious, and go on excursions with local guides who will be happy to share all their knowledge of the region with you.

Agadir is one of Morocco's most popular tourist destinations. With its many historic monuments, wild landscapes on the outskirts of the city and lively, welcoming streets, a stay in Agadir is a change of scenery and resembles a tale of a thousand and one nights. The city has many charming attractions. The Kasbah of Agadir Oufella, a fortress built in 1540, towers 23 metres above the town. Take your time strolling through the streets and visiting the souk.

A visit to Agadir's fishing port and fortified granaries is an essential part of any trip to the city. Numerous museums are open to allow visitors to immerse themselves in local history, culture and art, while the more adventurous can try their hand at hiking in the desert and visiting historic sites just a few kilometres from Agadir. For example, you can take a trip to Tamegroute, a desert town with an extraordinary library containing manuscripts dating back nine centuries. Holidays in Agadir, a modern, dynamic and active city, are a great success whatever the season. The town is also Morocco's leading fishing port.