Rissani

Authentic walled caravan town and heart of the Tafilalet oasis, 20 km from Merzouga

Highlights

• Rissani Souk: One of Morocco's most authentic souks — Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday; legendary donkey market
• Ksar Abbar & Ksour Tafilalet: Drive past crumbling earthen fortresses and kasbahs along the ancient trans-Saharan trade route
• Gateway to Erg Chebbi: Departure point for camel treks to the spectacular orange dunes of Erg Chebbi

Top places

• Rissani Souk
• Ksar Abbar
• Mausoleum of Moulay Ali Chérif
• Erg Chebbi Desert Trip