The Tizi n'Test south of Marrakech

A beautiful and breathtaking road winds through the High Atlas to Tizi n'Test at 2092 m, before plunging toward the plain of Sous and Taroudant.

Sudden changes in weather add to the difficulty of the course: thick clouds and fog often clog up the visibility of the cervix and the snow sometimes blocks the passage. Learn about the weather before you leave your hotel in Marrakech.

Along the way, you can do step for the night in the pretty village of Ouirgane, 15 km south of Asni, or continue to visit the old mosque of Tin Mal. The village is located right on the road from Marrakech, just after a kasbah perched on a rocky promontory on the left. From the time of the Almohads, the mosque was in honor of the austere chel spiritual dynasty, Mohammed ibn Turnart hostile to alcoholic libations and music. The mosque is used for Friday prayers, the other day, the guard will let you pass through the heavy doors and arches roses to admire the quiet prayer room (expect a tip of 10 to 20 Dh).

Former French legionnaire a pension, the Boar Qui Fume is run by the same French family since 1945. It has 15 rooms and 10 suites, all with bath and most with a fireplace or wood stove. Pool tables, ping pong and darts are available. The hotel organizes excursions on horseback and mountain bike tours (rent Dh 100 per day).

The nature lovers will opt for Dar Tassa, in the hamlet of Tassa Ouirgane (1300 m) adjacent nature reserve Takherkhort near Ouirgane. Environmentally, this provides a portion of its profits to the High Atlas Foundation for reforestation, which removes any bad conscience to enjoy the Jacuzzi tub suites. Find out about tours and treks in the reserve to see the Barbary sheep, gazelles and other Amaseen of rare and endangered species.

Chez Momo, 150 m from the main road in central Ouirgane; offers 6 comfortable rooms with wrought iron beds and soft lighting, overlooking a flower garden and swimming pool. S'agrémentent suites with a fireplace.

Bab er-Rob in Marrakech, big taxis (25 Dh per person) to leave irregularly Ouirgane.