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Can't decide between Essaouira and Fes? Compare these two amazing destinations to find your perfect match.
Essaouira
Essaouira is Morocco's windy coastal gem, a laid-back medina town of blue boats, white walls, and Atlantic breezes. This former Portuguese fortress offers excellent seafood, a thriving art scene, world-class windsurfing, and a relaxed alternative to Marrakech.
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Fes
Fes is the cultural and spiritual heart of Morocco, home to the world's oldest university and largest car-free urban area. The labyrinthine medina—a UNESCO World Heritage site—offers medieval tanneries, intricate artisan work, ancient madrasas, and an immersive journey back in time.
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Head-to-Head Comparison
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Culture & History
Essaouira offers Medina & Ramparts, Fishing Port, Beach & Windsurfing
Fes offers Fes el-Bali Medina, Chouara Tannery, Al-Qarawiyyin University
Food & Dining
Essaouira is famous for its local dining scene
Fes is famous for its local dining scene
Nightlife
Essaouira offers a relaxed evening atmosphere
Fes offers a relaxed evening atmosphere
Best Time to Visit
April to November
March to May, September to November
Weather
Summer: 22°C, Winter: 16°C
Summer: 35°C, Winter: 12°C
Top Attractions in Essaouira
- 1Medina & Ramparts
- 2Fishing Port
- 3Beach & Windsurfing
- 4Skala de la Ville
- 5Art Galleries
- 6Fresh Seafood Grills
Top Attractions in Fes
- 1Fes el-Bali Medina
- 2Chouara Tannery
- 3Al-Qarawiyyin University
- 4Bou Inania Madrasa
- 5Dar Batha Museum
- 6Artisan Workshops
Essaouira is Popular With
Fes is Popular With
Geheimtipps
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Geheimtipps in Essaouira
- 1
The Jewish Cemetery & Synagogue (Slat Lkahal)
A beautifully maintained, serene cemetery on the northern cliffs, with a small attached synagogue that has been restored.
- 2
The Ramparts at Night
Walking the illuminated Skala de la Ville after dark, when the tour groups have left.
Geheimtipps in Fes
- 1
The Medersa el-Attarine
A 14th-century theological college located deep in the spice and perfume souk, often overshadowed by the larger Bou Inania Madrasa.
- 2
The Belghazi Museum
A private museum housed in a beautiful 19th-century palace in the medina, showcasing a vast collection of Moroccan artifacts.
Viertel zum Erkunden
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Top-Gegenden in Essaouira
The Medina (Inside the Ramparts)
The historic heart of Essaouira, a UNESCO World Heritage site enclosed by 18th-century Portuguese-designed walls.
The Port & Marché aux Poissons
The vibrant, noisy, and aromatic epicenter of Essaouira's fishing industry.
Top-Gegenden in Fes
Fes el-Bali (The Old Medina)
The historic, walled heart of the city and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Fes el-Jdid (The New Medina)
Founded in the 13th century by the Marinid dynasty, this 'new' city is home to the vast Royal Palace (Dar el-Makhzen) and the historic Mellah (Jewish Quarter).
Budgetvergleich
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Getting There
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Our Verdict
Both Essaouira and Fes are incredible destinations. Essaouira excels in wind and blue boats, while Fes stands out for ancient medina and tanneries.
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