Fez: Sefrou and Bhalil Excursion
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Overview
Explore Sefrou and Bhalil, two Berber settlements, for the entire day. Explore well-known natural settings while learning about the customs of the Berber people. Highlights include swimming in a beautiful waterfall, drinking Moroccan mint tea with a family who lives in one of Bhalil’s famous cave houses, and touring the city on foot to see Mellah architecture and historically significant Jewish sites.
What to Expect
Our driver will pick you up from your accommodation and take you to the charming Sefrou and the village of Bhalil, which are situated at the base of the Middle Atlas Mountains. The first stop is Sefrou City, which is only 28 kilometers from Fez. Because of this, this lovely town has grown to be one of the most liked getaways for a single day trip from Fez, especially for those seeking to relax and get away from their busy lives. You will have the opportunity to explore the Mellah, or Jewish quarter, as part of your excursion, and meander through its winding lanes and passageways to learn about its distinctive architectural style, the Synagogue, local shops, and the Jewish cemetery as well. Enjoy the breezy atmosphere created by the Oued Aggai as you stroll through the ancient Medina of Sefrou. You will have the chance to view Sefrou’s gorgeous little waterfalls. Sefrou, where the cherry Festival is held each June, is regarded as the agricultural region par excellence because of its position.
The next stop will be the town of Bhalil, which is situated on a hillside 6 km northwest of Sefrou and is known for its unusual cave buildings in the old section of the village and its eclectically colored residences connected by a system of bridges. Tourists can regularly visit some of the cave homes in Bhalil, but they are quickly disappearing as the community modernizes. Friendly local guides can be hired for a little price to give you a tour of these homes. Jelleba Buttons are another product made in Bhalil. In this village women can frequently be seen conversing in alleyways as they meticulously sew hundreds of strings and buttons onto traditional Jellabas. The hamlet is renowned for producing olive oil and having old-fashioned bread ovens. When the journey is over, return to Fez and drop off at your accommodation.