Agadir-Ida-Ou-Tanane Prefecture

Agadir-Ida-Ou-Tanane is a prefecture along Morocco's Atlantic coast and encompasses thirteen municipalities, with Agadir as the largest city. The area combines coastal settlements with mountain regions, creating a varied landscape with different environments.

A devastating earthquake in 1960 destroyed much of Agadir, leading to extensive rebuilding and reshaping of the city. This event fundamentally shaped the administrative boundaries and development of the prefecture as it exists today.

The communities here maintain strong Amazigh traditions through local festivals and traditional markets where Tachelhit language is part of daily life. Visitors can experience this living culture directly in the streets and squares of villages throughout the area.

The prefecture has good transportation connections, including Mohammed V Airport and an extensive road network linking coastal and mountain areas. Visitors can easily combine different parts of the region and move quickly between coast and mountains.

The prefecture combines Atlantic beaches suited for surfing with mountain pools in Paradise Valley, both located close enough for visitors to experience both in a single day. This rare pairing of coastal and mountain water activities makes the area distinctive for different types of travelers.

Location: Souss-Massa

Capital city: Agadir

Shares border with: Inezgane-Aït Melloul Prefecture, Taroudant Province

GPS coordinates: 30.41667,-9.60000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:25