The guided tour in Fez is an immersion in the oldest and largest pedestrian medina in the world, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is essential to navigate this veritable historical and cultural labyrinth.

The starting point is oftenBab Boujloud, the majestic “Blue Gate” (or the Royal Palace Gate if you start with the Jewish Quarter).The Guide and the History:The guide introduces the history of the Medina, founded in the 9th century, and explains the unique system of urban organization based on trades and communities.

The Spiritual and Architectural Heart

The itinerary highlights the emblematic monuments of the golden age of Fez:

The Medersas:Visit Koranic schools, especially theMedersa Bou InaniaorAl-Attarine, masterpieces of Islamic architecture (zelliges, carved cedar wood, chiselled plaster).

The Sanctuaries:Exterior view of theAl Quaraouiyine Mosque and University, considered to be the oldest active academic institution in the world, and of theMausoleum of Moulay Idriss II.

The Museums and Fondouks:Discovery of ancient transformed caravanserails, such as theFondouk Nejjarine, which houses the Museum of Wood Arts and Crafts.

Traditional Crafts and Souks

The visit is a sensory awakening, focused on the traditional trades for which Fez is renowned:

Les Tanneries:The highlight, with the visit ofTanneries Chouara. The guide offers a panoramic view from a terrace to observe the ancestral process of treating and dyeing leather (with its colored tanks).

Specialized Souks:Exploring markets organized by trades: the Blacksmiths' Souk (Place Seffarine), the Dyer's Souk (where colored yarns dry) and the spice and ceramic markets.

In summary, the guided tour in Fez guarantees access to and explanation of major historical sites, while offering an essential introduction to local culture and crafts, all without getting lost in the maze of alleys.