Photos of Chefchaouen, Morocco by Wandering Wheatleys

20 Beautiful Photos of Chefchaouen, Morocco

Affectionately known as “The Blue Pearl” of Morocco, Chefchaouen certainly lives up to its name. All of the buildings are painted in a blue and white palette. It will make you feel as though you’ve left the country to enter a scene from Alice in Wonderland. Around every corner and down every little alleyway is a picture-perfect scene that is just waiting to be captured!

This darling little blue town is nestled in the Rif Mountains. It offers tourists a respite from the hassle of larger Moroccan cities like Marrakech and Fes. If you’re looking to explore the great outdoors, Chefchaouen offers hillside hikes with spectacular views of the town below. If you’re looking for delectable cuisine, there are countless restaurants serving up some of the best traditional Moroccan food in the country. And if shopping for Moroccan treasures is on your list of to-dos, you’ll find every souvenir your heart desires down the winding blue alleyways.

We’ve compiled 20 of our favorite photos that will hopefully inspire you to plan a trip to see the beautiful blue city of Chefchaouen for yourself!

Chefchaouen, Morocco by Wandering Wheatleys

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20 Beautiful Photos of Chefchaouen, ‘The Blue Pearl’ of Morocco

Cafe in Chefchaouen, Morocco by Wandering Wheatleys
Chefchaouen, Morocco by Wandering Wheatleys
Mosque Doorway in Chefchaouen, Morocco by Wandering Wheatleys
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Accommodations in Chefchaouen

Looking for a place to stay in Chefchaouen? Here are 3 of our favorites!

1. Lina Ryad & Spa

Best Morocco Hotels: Lina Ryad and Spa

Lina Ryad and Spa is a stunningly beautiful riad that offers a heated indoor pool in an incredible setting as well as a traditional hammam that is perfect for relaxation.

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2. Riad Cherifa

Best Morocco Hotels: Riad Cherifa

Riad Cherifa is a lovely traditional riad that will astound with its attention to detail. You’ll find lovely sitting areas throughout the property and a great courtyard at the center of it all.

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3. Le Petite Chefchaouen

Best Morocco Hotels: La Petite Chefchaouen

Le Petite Chefchaouen If you’re looking for accommodations that are a bit more modern then try out Le Petite Chefchaouen. Their Sun deck is also one of the best in town!

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About the Author:

  • Nick Wheatley

    Nick took his first solo trip abroad to Ireland and Scotland when he was just 19. Since then he has visited over 70 countries around the world (plus 45 states in the USA).

    He coupled his passion for travel photography with Val’s passion for writing and thus Wandering Wheatleys was born. He now lives in Asheville with his two rambunctious kids, Humphrey and Wilhelminha.

    Besides photography, Nick loves eating the weirdest food he can find in a country (sheep’s brain currently sits in first place) and making Val get up an hour before sunrise to make sure he gets “the good light”.

1 thought on “20 Beautiful Photos of Chefchaouen, Morocco”

  1. Hello, my name is Tarik, from Chefchaouen, I’m very happy with your article, I’m also in charge of the travel organization.
    you are welcome 🙂

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