Adventure hike in the Zat Valley near Azgour

The route is ideal for preparing for further ascents and adjusting to the conditions in the High Atlas. The still quite lushly covered, steep mountain slopes with maquis shrubs, juniper bushes, and even olive trees, the narrow path above the streambed, as well as the hike along the streambed past massive granite boulders, provide first impressions of the terrain as well as of the flora and fauna. A subsequent small chat with the friendly and interested village population in Ait Stimane should convey a little Moroccan mentality. Welcome to Morocco! Shortly before the village of Ait Stimane (camp at about 1,350 m), go up to the small asphalt road and cross the bridge over the small river. After about 150 m along the road, turn left and ascend serpentine along the track to an altitude of about 1,600 m. From here, there is a nice view over the elongated valley and the high mountain peaks. Then go back a bit on the ascent path and after about 500 m turn left onto the path. Now