Sidi Ifni

A former Spanish town facing the ocean, gateway to Legzira beach

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Sidi Ifni was a Spanish enclave until 1969, and it shows: white and blue façades, Art Deco buildings and a large central square. Perched above the ocean, the town has kept a calm, slightly timeless atmosphere. People come to wander, surf, paraglide above the cliffs and above all to visit Legzira beach to the north, famous for its red rock arches. One of the two arches collapsed in 2016, but the site remains spectacular, especially at low tide and at sunset.

Ideal stay: 2 to 3 days
Best season: Mar – Jun, Sep – Nov
Budget per day: from 280 MAD
Region: Far south Atlantic
Travel style: Adventure, Culture, Budget, Solo
Best for: Road-trippers in the south, surfers, paragliding fans and lovers of quiet towns

Why go

Legzira beach and its red rock arch
Spanish Art Deco architecture unique in Morocco
Surfing, paragliding and wide-open spaces on the road south

Beaches

Legzira beach
A large wild beach below red cliffs, about ten kilometres north; the arch is reached on foot at low tide. The sea is often powerful.
Sidi Ifni beach
The town beach below the centre, popular with surfers.

Things to see

Place Hassan II and the Spanish quarter
The former central square from the Spanish period, surrounded by Art Deco buildings.
The seafront and the port
A walk above the ocean and the fishing port below the town.

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Things to do

Paragliding above the cliffs
Sidi Ifni and Legzira are well-known spots for flying over the ocean; go with a local instructor.
Surf
Several spots around town, for surfers with some experience.

Food

Fish and seafood from the port, Souss tagines and a few traces of Spanish heritage in the cafés.

Where to stay

Central Sidi Ifni
Small hotels and guesthouses, some with ocean views.
Around Legzira
A few guesthouses near the beach, to enjoy the sunset.

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