Akchour Waterfalls & God's Bridge
شلالات أقشور / قنطرة الله
Mountain gorges in the Rif about 30 km northeast of Chefchaouen, reached by hiking to emerald pools, cascading waterfalls and the natural rock arch 'Bridge of God', the most popular day trip in the area.
From the parking lot in Akchour village, the river path splits in two. Turning left, it takes about an hour to reach the Bridge of God, a natural stone arch about 25 m high spanning the gorge. Turning right, it follows the stream for about 2 hours to the main waterfall, passing several emerald pools. The walk is free, and there are simple tea stalls along the way. The stone paths are slippery, so wear non-slip shoes. From Chefchaouen, a grand taxi takes about 45 minutes, and the round trip costs about 300–400 dirhams per car.
Opening hours
Open all day (08:00–17:00 recommended for visiting)
Nearby sights
- Jebel el-Kelaa
- Ras El Maa
- Spanish Mosque (Jemaa Bouzafar)
- Chefchaouen Blue Medina
- Plaza Outa el Hammam & Kasbah
- Talassemtane National Park
- Oued Laou Beach
- Medina of Tétouan