Visiting Fes and Its Region by Car: 5 Must-See Routes

With a rental car in Fes, the region opens up to you. Here are 5 must-see routes from Fes to discover Morocco's treasures at your own pace.

1. Fes → Meknes → Volubilis (day trip)

Just 60 km from Fes, Meknes is one of Morocco's imperial cities (1 hour drive). Continue to the Roman ruins of Volubilis, UNESCO-listed, 30 km from Meknes. A perfect day for history lovers with a rental car in Fes.

2. Fes → Ifrane → Middle Atlas cedars (day trip)

Nicknamed "little Morocco's Switzerland," Ifrane is 1.5h from Fes. The road climbs through cedar forests home to the famous Barbary macaques. An SUV like the Dacia Duster or Hyundai Tucson is ideal for this mountain route.

3. Fes → Chefchaouen (day or weekend)

The famous blue city is about 3h from Fes (200 km). The route crosses the Rif with superb views. Leave early to fully enjoy Chefchaouen. A comfortable sedan like the Fiat Tipo or Audi A3 makes the drive pleasant.

4. Fes → Merzouga / Desert (2-3 days)

For adventurers, the Merzouga desert and the Erg Chebbi dunes are about 7h away. This legendary route crosses Midelt and the Ziz gorges. A robust vehicle and unlimited mileage are essential — the Dacia Duster is our clients' favourite for this road trip.

5. Fes → Mediterranean coast (weekend)

Reach the Mediterranean beaches (Al Hoceima, Saidia) in 3-4h. Ideal for a seaside weekend. With the unlimited mileage of your Fes car rental, these getaways cost no extra.