Rif

The Rif Mountains stretch across northern Morocco for 290 kilometers, forming steep slopes and rocky outcrops parallel to the Mediterranean coast.

Berber tribes under Abd el-Krim's leadership achieved notable victories against Spanish forces during the intense resistance movement of the 1920s Rif War.

The mountainous region maintains deep Amazigh traditions through its scattered villages, where inhabitants preserve their distinct language and social customs.

The Route de l'Unité connects the city of Fès to Kétama through the mountains, providing essential access to remote communities within the range.

The mountains receive the highest rainfall in Morocco, supporting diverse ecosystems with Atlas cedar forests and rare Mediterranean vegetation patterns.

Elevation above the sea: 2,455 m

Part of: Gibraltar Arc

GPS coordinates: 34.83980,-4.50353

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:13