Assekrem

The Assekrem plateau rises to an elevation of 2,726 meters within the Ahaggar National Park, featuring volcanic formations and basalt structures across the landscape.

French missionary Charles de Foucauld established a stone hermitage on the plateau in 1910, where he dedicated time to creating the first Tamachek-French dictionary.

The Tuareg people maintain their traditions in the Hoggar region, guiding visitors through the mountain paths while sharing their knowledge of the territory.

Travelers need to bring appropriate gear for extreme temperature variations, as days can be hot while nights drop to very cold temperatures at this elevation.

The mountain peak provides access to a monastery where current monks continue the legacy of Charles de Foucauld, offering accommodation for visitors.

Location: Tazrouk ⵜⴰⵥⵔⵓⴽ تاظروك

Address: Assekrem, Tazrouk, Algeria Tazrouk

GPS coordinates: 23.27620,6.32461

Latest update: March 16, 2025 20:44