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Dawdling through nature

Don't miss the gardens of Sidi Bouknadel 12km north of Rabat. Covering 4 hectares, exotic plants from around the world have been planted here. You will be able to continue this bucolic walk and picnic in Mamora forest among the eucalyptus trees, cork, and other Aleppo pines. Back in the city, enjoy the new coastal road which starts at Bab Al Bahr, near the Kasbah. The banks of the Bouregreg sometimes take on an air of a French Riviera, especially with the new marina and its 350 rings and rive droite on the Salé side. At sunset, Café Maure at the Ouyades kasbah offers the best view over the river and Salé.