Draa Valley: Agdz & Tamnougalt
Tamnougalt
Crossing a southern pass into the Drâa valley, where palm groves stretch along the river for over a hundred kilometres; Tamnougalt is one of the best-preserved fortified earthen villages.
From Ouarzazate, head southeast on the N9 for about 70 km and cross the Tinfifit pass to enter the Drâa valley. The gateway town of Agdz lies at the foot of Jebel Kissoun, which looks like a tabletop. Outside the town, Tamnougalt was once the seat of a local chieftain. Its maze-like earthen alleys and castle are well preserved, and a local guide can lead you around. Nearby are the Kasbah Kedali and vast date-palm groves. Continuing south leads to Zagora, but that usually requires an extra night. A day trip from Ouarzazate by hired car is possible.
Opening hours
All day (castle approx. 8:00 AM–6:00 PM)
Nearby sights
- Skoura Palmeraie & Kasbah Amridil
- El Mansour Eddahbi Reservoir
- Kasbah Taourirt
- Ouarzazate Cinema Museum
- Fint Oasis
- Atlas Studios
- Kasbah Tifoultoute
- Aït Benhaddou