Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima
Larache
Atlantic port beside the Roman city of Lixus.
Larache at a glance
- Region
- Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima
- Province or prefecture
- Larache (province)
- Status
- Province capital
- Population
- 125,008 (2014 census)
- Area
- Not available
- Elevation
- 20 m
- Coordinates
- 35.193, -6.156
- Postal code
- 92000
- Phone area code
- +212 539
- Time zone
- Africa/Casablanca (see note on Ramadan)
- Local names
- Larache (French) · العرائش (Arabic)
- Best time to visit
- April to June and September to October
Population is from the 2014 census (HCP) and is being updated. Climate figures are indicative regional profiles. Confirm details with official sources before relying on them.
About Larache
Larache has a Spanish-influenced old town, a fishing harbour on the Loukkos river and the ancient ruins of Lixus nearby.
History
The Phoenician and Roman city of Lixus stood on the hill above the Loukkos river. Spain controlled Larache from 1610 to 1689 and again in the 20th century.
Things to see in Larache
- Lixus ruins
- Place de la Liberation
- Old medina
- Atlantic beaches
Climate and best time to visit
Atlantic temperate. Mild, humid Atlantic climate with warm summers tempered by sea breezes and rain concentrated between October and April.
Best time to visit: April to June and September to October. Indicative regional profile.
Getting to Larache
- By air
- Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport (TNG), about 90 km away.
- By train
- The nearest ONCF station is at Ksar el-Kebir; buses and grand taxis serve Larache.
- By bus
- CTM, Supratours and regional bus companies serve most routes; grand taxis cover shorter hops. Check current schedules.
- By road
- Reached by national roads and, on many routes, the motorway network. Check road conditions in winter, especially in mountain areas.
Economy
Fishing, agriculture, trade and tourism.
Food and drink
Atlantic seafood and fresh fish from the harbour.
Festivals and events
Summer cultural events; check listings.
Where to stay
Options are mostly mid-range hotels and family-run guesthouses. In peak season and holidays it is wise to reserve in advance.