Essaouira Holidays

Essaouira is an enchanting town with a rich and intriguing history that has been touched by a number of cultures throughout the years, most notably from Jewish traders in the 17th century. Sitting on the Atlantic coast in western Morocco it is dominated by six miles of stunning sandy beaches against a backdrop of striking wooded hillsides.

The name Essaouira means image, which is understandably appropriate when you see the impressive Portuguese and French influence on the architecture and in contrast to much of Moroccan, why it is renowned as the white city with the majority of buildings decorated in the crisp bright colour. Impressive ramparts set high on cliffs provide a wonderful setting for the medinas and souks, as well as the fine restaurants and enjoyable nightlife that await you.

This relaxed and charming village is a great deal calmer than other towns such as Marrakech but is home to a lively fishing port with a vibrant atmosphere where you can see the daily catch being sold from the harbour in the afternoon. Head to the windy shoreline to take advantage of the perfect conditions for water-sports such as windsurfing or simply to enjoy the breath-taking sunsets.