Overview
The Grand Mosque of Chefchaouen was founded in the late 15th century by Mohammed, son of the city's founder Moulay Ali Ben Rachid, and stands in Plaza Uta el-Hammam directly opposite the Kasbah. Its most distinctive feature is a rare octagonal minaret, an Andalusian-inspired design that symbolizes Chefchaouen's heritage. Non-Muslims cannot enter, but you can take in the minaret and outer walls from the square to feel the city's historic heart. Free to view from outside. Plaza Uta el-Hammam.
Opening Hours
Exterior 24 hours (visit outside prayer times)
Travel Tips
Be quiet during prayer times and photograph the exterior only. The Kasbah Museum rooftop gives the best view of the minaret.
Hotels near Grand Mosque of Chefchaouen
Hotels and guesthouses in Chefchaouen, Outa el Hammam, Chefchaouen
Other attractions in Chefchaouen
Blue Medina
A labyrinthine old town drenched in blue - the world's most photogenic alleyways.
Ras el-Maa Waterfall
A small waterfall at the eastern edge of the medina, a local laundry spot and gathering place.
Kasbah Museum
A museum inside a 15th-century fortress with an Andalusian garden and Chefchaouen's history.
Plaza Uta el-Hammam
The medina's heart square, framed by the Kasbah and the Grand Mosque.
Spanish Mosque
A ruined mosque on the hill east of the medina, Chefchaouen's premier sunset viewpoint.
Akchour Waterfalls
Emerald valleys and waterfalls in the Rif Mountains - a popular day-hike destination.