Tamesloht: the village, zawiya and kasbah south of Marrakech
Tamesloht (also spelled Tameslouht) is a village in Al Haouz province, about 17 km from Marrakech. It is known as a former Sufi centre, built around a zawiya founded by Abdellah ben Hssein, and for its craftspeople: potters, blacksmiths and weavers. Sources date the zawiya to the 16th century, without agreeing on the exact year. Its kasbah, with tall rammed-earth walls, is the village's most photographed building. This is not a big sight to tick off: it is a small half-day outing, best combined with Lake Lalla Takerkoust or the Ouirgane road.
Highlights
The Tamesloht kasbah
A large ochre rammed-earth building with tall crenellated walls, standing at the edge of the village. Local tradition credits it to Haj Al Maslouhi, grandson of the zawiya's founder. It is mostly seen from the outside.
Practical info
Tips
- We found no official opening hours or entry fee for the zawiya or the kasbah (research in October 2026): treat Tamesloht as a living village, not a ticketed monument. The zawiya and its mausoleum are places of worship: inside access is in principle reserved for Muslims, as at most shrines in Morocco; dress modestly and do not photograph worshippers. Ask before entering any courtyard or building, as the kasbah may be a private property. The village is also known for its pottery and forge workshops: if you buy, agree the price first, as in the medina.
How to get there
About 17 to 20 km south-west of Marrakech on a road of Al Haouz province: allow half an hour by car or taxi. The easiest way is a driver or a hire car, in the same outing as Lake Lalla Takerkoust or the road to Ouirgane and Asni. For driving conditions, see car rental in Marrakech.
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