L'Oriental
Taourirt
A railway junction in the Moulouya valley.
Taourirt at a glance
- Region
- L'Oriental
- Province or prefecture
- Taourirt (province)
- Status
- Province capital
- Population
- Not available
- Area
- Not available
- Elevation
- 330 m
- Coordinates
- 34.407, -2.898
- Postal code
- 63000
- Phone area code
- +212 536
- Time zone
- Africa/Casablanca (see note on Ramadan)
- Local names
- Taourirt (French) · تاوريرت (Arabic)
- Best time to visit
- March to May and September to November
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 Taourirt
Taourirt is a transport and trading town in the Moulouya valley, a junction for routes to Oujda, Nador and Fes.
History
It developed around its kasbah and the railway during the 20th century.
Things to see in Taourirt
- Old kasbah quarter
- Moulouya valley
- Debdou village (about 60 km)
Climate and best time to visit
Semi-arid Mediterranean. Drier than the Atlantic side, with hot summers, chilly winters and low rainfall spread through the cooler months.
Best time to visit: March to May and September to November. Indicative regional profile.
Getting to Taourirt
- By air
- Oujda Angads (OUD), about 120 km away.
- By train
- Taourirt station on the Fes-Oujda line, with a branch toward Nador.
- 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
Trade, services and agriculture.
Food and drink
Eastern Moroccan lamb and couscous dishes.
Festivals and events
Local agricultural events.
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.