Fes: The Spiritual Capital of Morocco

Dive into twelve centuries of history and culture

Fes Map

Strategic Location

Key Distances
  • Rabat: 180 km
  • Marrakech: 480 km
  • Tangier: 320 km
Access
  • Airport: Fes-Saïs (FEZ)
  • ONCF Train Station
  • Highway A2
Fes History

Millennial Heritage

Founded at the end of the 8th century, Fes is Morocco's oldest imperial city. A spiritual and intellectual center, it has preserved its exceptional Arab-Andalusian architectural heritage.

The Three Faces of Fes

Fes el-Bali
Fes el-Bali

UNESCO-listed medina, a labyrinth of 9,400 alleys and ancient souks

Royal Palace
Fes el-Jedid

Royal quarter from the 13th century and former Jewish Mellah

New Town
New Town

Modern architecture and contemporary lifestyle

Architectural Gems

Al Quaraouiyine Mosque
Al Quaraouiyine

The oldest university in the world (859 AD)

Bou Inania Medersa
Bou Inania Medersa

Masterpiece of Marinid architecture (14th century)

Tanners
Tanners' Quarter

Traditional tanning workshops with colorful vats

Exclusive Fassi Experience

Luxury Riad
Exceptional Riads

Historic residences restored with private pools and panoramic terraces

Gourmet Restaurant
Private Dining

Taste refined pastilla and tagines in 17th-century palaces

Traditional Spa
Royal Hammams

Wellness rituals with black soap and argan oil in zellige-decorated spaces