Borj Sud
البرج الجنوبي
A Saadian fortress on the hill south of the old city, overlooking the old city and New Fez, with fewer visitors than the northern side.
Borj Sud and Borj Nord were both built at the end of the 16th century. Borj Sud is a small fortress that guarded the southern side of the old city. It is now in ruins, but the hillside offers views over the southern half of Fez el-Bali, the river valley and New Fez. It is free to visit, with few visitors, which makes it good for photography. From Bab Ftouh near the southern side of the old city, it is a 20-minute uphill walk on fair roads. Go with companions during daylight.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Fes el-Bali Medina
- Sahrij Madrasa
- Mosque of the Andalusians
- Place Seffarine
- University of al-Qarawiyyin
- Al-Attarine Madrasa
- Zawiya of Moulay Idris II
- Chouara Tannery