Region · Oriental
Nador
The Marchica lagoon, between Rif and sea.
Opening onto Morocco's largest lagoon, Nador blends calm waters, beaches and the nearby Rif mountains. A quiet gateway to the Oriental region.
A little history
Grown around its lagoon and its closeness to Melilla, Nador developed in the 20th century as a port and city of the Rif Oriental. The Marchica, Morocco's largest lagoon, is now the focus of a major seaside development.
Getting there
- Airport Nador-El Aroui Airport (NDR) 25 km out, flights to Europe
- Train ONCF link via Taourirt connection to the national network
- Ferry Beni Ensar port ferries to Almería and Motril
The sea
The Marchica lagoon offers calm, sheltered water; Mediterranean beaches line the coastal spit.
Good to know
Lovely from May to September; swimming in calm water.
What you'll find
- Marchica lagoon
- Rif beaches
- Mount Gourougou
- Near Melilla
