Spanish Mosque Travel Guide: Top Sights in Morocco, Tours & Travel

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Spanish Mosque- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Religious Beliefs; Morocco; 5 Reviews

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Suggested Duration: 3 hours

The Spanish Mosque in Chefchaouen, located on a hill overlooking the city, offers a historical and scenic perspective of the blue city. Built during the Rif War in the 1920s by Spanish forces, the mosque was never used for its intended religious purpose. Despite its architectural appeal, it remains an emblem of the region's turbulent past. The hike to the mosque, beginning at the Eastern Gate of the medina, provides a unique opportunity to experience the local environment, with views of vibrant flora and rural life along the way. Upon reaching the mosque, visitors are rewarded with panoramic views of Chefchaouen and the surrounding mountains, making it an excellent spot for sunset watching.

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Bab El Mellah

Grand Mosque of Chefchaouen

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Reviews of Spanish Mosque

Cedrique

5
Reviewed: 2024-04-27

Relaxing, peaceful, nice walk, wild flowers and views! And cats :) maybe bring them a treat, they'll be happy!
Alywin Tan

5
Reviewed: 2023-12-01

Take a slow walk from the Medina to the Spanish Mosque for a great view of the sunset in Chefchaueon in Morocco! The walk is easy and relaxing and view is stunning.
Alnoor

5
Reviewed: 2023-11-23

Can’t go inside as abandoned. Will urge everyone to go as it is not as high as it appears. Path is pleasant and very walkable. Even someone in our group not fit at all managed to do it with only a couple of stops. View is great. Don’t be fooled by sunset as the sun only goes behind the mountain and does not really change colour to dusk.
Mohamed Ait-Ha

5
Reviewed: 2023-08-28

The mosque was built by the Spanish in the 1920s, but never used. It fell into disrepair and remains closed, but the grounds out front make for a perfect place to behold the blue city and watch the sunset dip behind the green hills with a freshly squeezed orange juice in hand.
Michael Vazquez Perez

5
Reviewed: 2023-08-24

Nice view of Chefchaouen. Uphill hike. Small store at the top for non alcoholic drinks