Little Switzerland
Ifrane
A charming alpine-style city with pristine air and cedar forests in the Middle Atlas.
About Ifrane
Ifrane, often called 'Little Switzerland,' is Morocco's cleanest and most European-style city. Nestled at 1,650 meters in the Middle Atlas Mountains, it features distinctive alpine architecture, snow-capped winters, and cool summers. The city is home to Al Akhawayn University, a prestigious American-style institution. Nearby, the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas are home to Barbary macaques, while Lake Dayet Aoua offers opportunities for hiking and bird watching. Ifrane's pristine air makes it a popular retreat from summer heat.
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Why Visit Ifrane?
Ifrane, often called 'Little Switzerland,' is Morocco's cleanest and most European-style city. Nestled at 1,650 meters in the Middle Atlas Mountains, it features distinctive alpine architecture, snow-capped winters, and cool summers. The city is home to Al Akhawayn University, a prestigious American-style institution. Nearby, the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas are home to Barbary macaques, while Lake Dayet Aoua offers opportunities for hiking and bird watching. Ifrane's pristine air makes it a popular retreat from summer heat.