How far is Legzira beach from Agadir?

120 km south on the N1, about 1h30. Visit at low tide and sunset, when the arch glows red.

North or south — which direction is better?

North (Taghazout, Cap Rhir) is shorter and easier, 20–40 minutes away. South (Aglou, Legzira, Sidi Ifni) is wilder and less visited but still on a well-maintained N1.

Do I need a special car for these beaches?

No. The N1 is paved, so a standard economy car handles all of them. Just check your spare tyre before the longer southern runs.

What should I bring to these beaches?

Your own water and food (most beaches have no facilities), sunscreen, a windbreak for the Atlantic wind, and cash — the few cafés are cash-only.

Best Beaches Near Agadir That You Can Only Reach by Car

Q: What is the best beach near Agadir?

Legzira (120 km south), with its giant red stone arch, is the most spectacular. Taghazout/Anchor Point (20 km north) is the famous surf beach. Both are reachable only by car.

Q: Can I reach these beaches without a car?

No. There are no bus routes or reliable taxis to Legzira, Cap Rhir or Aglou — a rental car is essential.

Updated May 2026·10 min read

Agadir's famous 9 km beach is excellent — but it's not even close to the best the region has to offer. The real gems lie south and north along the Atlantic coast, accessible only by car. No bus routes. No taxis willing to go there. Just you, the road, and some of the most dramatic Atlantic coastline in Africa.

1. Legzira Beach — The Arched Rock Wonder (120 km south)

Legzira is Morocco's most photographed beach and one of its most spectacular: two enormous natural stone arches rising straight from the sea, turning coral-red at sunset. The arches are so large you can walk through them at low tide.

Distance from Agadir: 120 km south on the N1 (1h 30min)
Best time: Low tide, sunset (the arch glows orange-red)
Note: One arch collapsed in 2016; the remaining arch is still staggeringly beautiful
Facilities: Small café/restaurant on the cliff. No beach clubs.

2. Sidi Ifni Beach — The Art Deco Town with a Wild Beach (155 km south)

Sidi Ifni is a former Spanish enclave with faded Art Deco architecture, a dramatic cliffside setting, and a powerful Atlantic beach perfect for experienced surfers. The town itself is worth exploring — Spanish colonial streets, a flea market on Sundays, and very few tourists.

Distance from Agadir: 155 km south (2h)
Best for: Culture + beach combination, surfing (advanced)
Stay overnight? Yes — a few good budget hotels make it an easy overnight from Agadir

3. Cap Rhir — The Wild Lighthouse Beach (40 km north)

Just north of Taghazout, Cap Rhir is a dramatic headland with a lighthouse, crashing Atlantic waves, and a completely undeveloped beach. The drive along the N1 cliff road to get there is half the attraction. No facilities — bring everything you need.

Distance from Agadir: 40 km north (35 min)
Best for: Photography, whale watching in winter, solitude
Warning: Strong currents — swimming not recommended

4. Aglou Beach — The Troglodyte Fishermen's Village (75 km south)

Aglou Plage is a long wild beach famous for its cliff-side troglodyte dwellings — fishermen's homes carved directly into the rock face, some still occupied. The beach stretches for several kilometres with virtually no one on it outside summer.

Distance from Agadir: 75 km south on the N1 (1h)
Best for: Solitude, photography, watching fishing boats land
Facilities: One small café in season

5. Taghazout Bay (Anchor Point) — The Legendary Surf Break (20 km north)

Taghazout is the surf capital of Morocco. Anchor Point, just north of the village, is a world-class right-hand point break that attracts pros from across the globe. Non-surfers can sit on the cliffs and watch — the show is worth it. The village itself has great seafood restaurants and a laid-back vibe.

Distance from Agadir: 20 km north (20 min)
Best for: Surf, seafood, watching the waves, sunset
Parking: Free and easy along the N1

North vs South: Which Direction?

Going north (Taghazout, Cap Rhir) is shorter and easier — paved N1 all the way, 20–40 minutes from Agadir. Going south (Aglou, Legzira, Sidi Ifni) is more adventurous and the beaches are wilder and less visited. The N1 south is well-maintained — a standard economy car handles it perfectly.

What to Bring to These Beaches

Your own water and food (most beaches have no facilities)
Sunscreen — the Atlantic wind masks how strong the sun is
A windbreak (strong Atlantic wind is common)
Cash — the few cafés that exist are cash-only
A spare tyre check before the south run (just good practice on remote roads)

FAQ

Legzira (120 km south) with its giant red stone arch is the most spectacular; Taghazout/Anchor Point (20 km north) is the famous surf beach. Both need a car.

No — there are no bus routes or reliable taxis to Legzira, Cap Rhir or Aglou. A rental car is essential.

120 km south on the N1, ~1h30. Best at low tide and sunset, when the arch glows red.

North (Taghazout, Cap Rhir) is shorter and easier (20–40 min); south (Aglou, Legzira, Sidi Ifni) is wilder and less visited, still on a well-maintained N1.

No — the N1 is paved, an economy car handles all of them. Check your spare tyre before the longer southern runs.

Your own water and food (most beaches have no facilities), sunscreen, a windbreak, and cash (cafés are cash-only).

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