The Dakar in this city
First Moroccan stages · 11–14.01.2027- 11 January
Transfer from Nador to the first Moroccan bivouac.
- 12–13 January
Loop stages 2 and 3: announced specials of 390 and 410 km.
- 14 January
Stage 4 departs for Zagora.
The announced schedule may change. A named stop does not establish public access to the bivouac or an authorised viewing point.
View all stages ↗Get to know the city
In the inland Oriental region, Bouârfa has the scale of a small town rather than a coastal resort. Allow time for a café and a walk through the centre before longer drives. Preparing the next leg matters as much as sightseeing here: meals, fuel, rest and a reliable contact at your accommodation make a useful base.
Hotels and places to stay
Hôtel Achark
BD Mohammed VI, lot Elouhda n°12, Bouârfa
A town address with its own website and direct contact details for arranging an overnight stay.
Restaurants and cafés
Café & Restaurant L’Opéra
384 boulevard El Moukaouama, Bouârfa
Address listed on Waze. Confirm food service and opening times locally before planning your meal.
Starting points for your own research, with no ranking or partnership implied. Links lead to the sources checked; confirm availability, prices, opening hours, parking and access for non-residents directly before booking.
Plan local travel
Confirm your room in writing and ask about meals and parking. Two loops around Bouârfa do not mean two viewings from the town centre. Wait for official guidance before choosing a rally viewing location.
Spectator guide ↗Questions before you travel
Can I access the bivouac or watch the vehicles?
This guide does not establish public access. Use only zones and times published by Dakar and follow local instructions. Never enter a special stage using an unauthorised track.
Is accommodation available during the Dakar?
We do not display live availability. Contact the property with your dates, group size and parking needs. Check cancellation terms and late arrival arrangements.
Sources & checks
Checked 2 November 2026. The announced schedule may change. A named stop does not establish public access to the bivouac or an authorised viewing point.