The Best Gravel Routes Within 100 km of Marrakech

Everything worth riding within 100 km of Marrakech, in one place. The Marrakech region packs an unusually high density of good gravel into a small radius — from easy stone-desert loops to a 2,000-metre pass climb — all reachable as a day ride from the city. This is the full catalogue.

The 100 km radius

A 100 km radius from Marrakech covers the entire Haouz plain and the Atlas foothills up to the high passes. That is a remarkable range for a day ride: you can be on flat stone desert at Agafay, on a high plateau at the Kik, or climbing toward the Tizi n’Test — all without an overnight. The trick is the transfer: a 30–60 minute drive to the ride start turns a mediocre day into a great one.

Easy routes

Moderate routes

Challenging routes

Beyond 100 km, the Tizi n’Tichka Piste and the Ounila Valley Piste are the next objectives — the start of the crossing toward Ouarzazate. See Marrakech to the Atlas Mountains by gravel bike.

How to string them together

A short trip can stack two or three of these into a long weekend: Agafay and Lalla Takerkoust as easy days, the Kik Plateau or Ouirgane as the moderate highlight. For an overnight, the Marrakech to Takerkoust & Amezmiz and Marrakech to Ouirgane Overnight combine the best of the radius. For a full week, the 5-Day Atlas Gravel Tour builds the foothills into a loop.

Season across the radius

The easy and moderate routes are rideable year-round (summer early only). The Tizi n’Test is snowed in through winter. Spring and autumn are the sweet spot for the whole radius. See the best time guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best gravel route within 100 km of Marrakech?

For views, the Kik Plateau Adventure. For an easy first ride, the Agafay Desert Loop. For a scenic moderate day, the Ouirgane Valley Ride. All are within an hour’s transfer of the city.

Can I ride these without a support vehicle?

Yes — the easy and moderate routes are rideable unsupported with a transfer to the start. A support vehicle helps with water and bailout on the foothill climbs and the Tizi n’Test.

How many can I fit in a week?

Five or six comfortably, with rest days. The 5-Day Atlas Gravel Tour strings the best of the foothills into a supported loop.

Are these routes rideable in winter?

The easy and moderate foothill routes are. The Tizi n’Test pass is snowed in through winter. Spring and autumn are the safe, scenic windows for the whole radius.