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Valley of Roses

📍 Dades Valley area, southern Morocco, centred on Kelaa M'Gouna
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Introduction

The Valley of Roses, in the Dades Valley area of southern Morocco and centred on the small town of Kelaa M'Gouna, is the famous growing region, known as the capital of the Damask rose. During the rose-picking season in May-June each year, the hedges of Damask roses blooming on the valley slopes fill the air with fragrance, and the area hosts its annual Rose Festival (Moussem des Roses). In Kelaa M'Gouna you can visit rose-water and rose-oil distilleries and women's cooperatives to buy rose water, oil, soap and other products.

✨ Highlights

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Damask rose growing area with rose-water/oil distillation
At Roses Valley, Damask rose growing area with rose-water/oil distillation is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.
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Annual Rose Festival (Moussem des Roses)
At Roses Valley, Annual Rose Festival (Moussem des Roses) is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.
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Pastoral landscape of the Dades Valley
At Roses Valley, Pastoral landscape of the Dades Valley is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time to visit：Avoid the midday heat; mornings or late afternoons are more comfortable and better for photos.
→Transport：Arrange via local public transport, driving or a chartered transfer; check latest local transport info.
→Climate & dress：Prepare sun protection, water and suitable footwear for the local climate; some outdoor areas are exposed.
→On site：Follow on-site signs and rules; do not climb on or touch heritage features.
→Accessibility：Some areas have natural or uneven surfaces and may challenge those with limited mobility.

💡 Tips

• Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Open all day, year-round (the Rose Festival is usually held on a weekend in early May); admission: Free (visits to the distilleries and cooperatives are mostly free or by voluntary donation).
• Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.
• Respect local culture, customs and any religious norms; dress and behave accordingly.
• Combine with nearby sights and plan around local transport and accommodation.

FAQ

Any practical tips for visiting Valley of Roses?

Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Open all day, year-round (the Rose Festival is usually held on a weekend in early May); admission: Free (visits to the distilleries and cooperatives are mostly free or by voluntary donation). Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.

Information on this page is compiled from public sources. Opening hours, ticket prices and other details may change — please verify with official sources before your visit.