How to drive the 21 hairpin turns to Tizi n'Takchtant?

Tizi n'Takchtant is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.943m (9,655ft) above sea level, located in the region of Drâa-Tafilalet, of Morocco. It’s one of the highest roads in the country.

Tizi n'Takchtant

Is the road to Tizi n'Takchtant unpaved?

Tucked away in southeastern Morocco, the road through the pass is totally unpaved. 21 sharp hairpin turns carry the track higher and higher. 4x4 vehicles only. It features narrow parts and very steep sections.

How long is the road to Tizi n'Takchtant?

Starting from Ait Ounebgui, the road to the summit is 9.9 km long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 884 m and the average gradient is 8.92%.

Is the road to Tizi n'Takchtant open year-round?

Located south of the High Atlas and north of the Little Atlas, the road is totally blocked in winters due to heavy snowfalls. A minor gravel road east the pass climbs up to 3.325m (10,908ft) above sea level.

 

 

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