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The Kasbah

A 15th-century fortress with a garden and tower on Chefchaouen's main square.

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Time needed
1 hour
Entry
Paid
Best time
Morning
Area
Outa el-Hammam

A red-walled fort with a garden and small museum.

Where it is & how to get there

Address: Outa el-Hammam Square, Chefchaouen

  • On foot: On Outa el-Hammam Square in the centre of the medina.
  • From Bab el-Ain: About 10 minutes uphill through the blue lanes.
  • Nearby: The Grand Mosque with its octagonal minaret faces the Kasbah.

The story of the Kasbah of Chefchaouen

The Kasbah was built in the late 15th century by the town's founder and later strengthened by Sultan Moulay Ismail. Its red-earth walls stand out among the blue houses of the square.

Inside are a shady Andalusian garden, an ethnographic museum and old prison cells. Its tower gives a beautiful view over the rooftops and the square.

Best time to visit

Best season

Spring and autumn.

Best time of day

Morning, before the square fills with visitors.

Evening

The square is lively with cafés at night.

Tips before you go

  • Climb the tower for views.
  • Climb the tower for the view over Outa el-Hammam.
  • Eat in one of the square's cafés facing the Kasbah.

Best hotels near the Kasbah of Chefchaouen

Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.

Lina Ryad & Spa

Riad hotel with an indoor pool in the blue medina.

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Dar Echchaouen

Hillside guesthouse with views over the town.

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Casa Perleta

Small traditional house in the medina.

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All hotels near the Kasbah of Chefchaouen

What's around the Kasbah of Chefchaouen

  • Outa el-Hammam SquareThe main square of the medina.
  • Grand MosqueWith its unusual octagonal minaret.
  • Ras el-MaaSpring at the edge of town.
  • Spanish MosqueHilltop viewpoint.

Questions travellers ask

Is the Kasbah worth visiting?

Yes, for its garden, museum and tower view.

How long does it take?

About an hour.

Where is it?

On Outa el-Hammam, the main square.

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