Zouj Beghal, Border crossing between Morocco and Algeria, northeast of Oujda.
Zouj Beghal is a border crossing between Morocco and Algeria located northeast of Oujda. The facility features separate carriageways and control stations on each side of the frontier.
The name derives from Arabic and refers to mules that were historically used to survey the border region. This designation reflects the older trade routes that crossed this area.
The Algerian authorities renamed their side of the border to 'Akid Lotfi' after a revolution leader, while Morocco maintained the French designation.
The border area is primarily accessible for administrative and official purposes rather than casual tourism. Visitors should check entry requirements for both countries before planning a crossing.
Nearby runs an abandoned railway line located roughly one kilometer southeast of the current road crossing. This disused route reveals how cross-border infrastructure has evolved over time.
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