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Marrakech: the Dakar and the city

Marrakech closes the journey. Arrival from Smara precedes the final stage on 23 January, with an announced 22 km special. Plan a proper city stay: the end of the rally can become the start of a few days exploring the medina, gardens and Moroccan cooking.

Checked 2 November 2026

The Dakar in this city

Final stage & finish · 22–23.01.2027
  1. 22 January

    Stage 11 arrives from Smara.

  2. 23 January

    Stage 12 Marrakech–Marrakech and rally finish: an announced 22 km special.

The announced schedule may change. A named stop does not establish public access to the bivouac or an authorised viewing point.

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Get to know the city

The medina rewards walking, with time left for its lanes and Jemaa el-Fna square. Guéliz and Agdal offer a different pace and may suit car-based plans depending on the exact property. Choose your area before filling the itinerary: a charming riad and an easily reached hotel do not always solve the same travel needs.

Hotels and places to stay

Al Fassia Aguedal — Riad

9 bis, Zone touristique de l’Agdal, km 2 route de l’Ourika, Marrakech

Accommodation in Agdal associated with Al Fassia. Compare its location with the visits you plan.

Restaurants and cafés

Al Fassia Guéliz

Guéliz, Marrakech

Moroccan restaurant in Guéliz, separate from the Agdal address. Specify which location you want when enquiring.

Al Fassia Aguedal — Restaurant

9 bis, Zone touristique de l’Agdal, Marrakech

The riad’s restaurant, listed for dinner on its website. Ask about reservation arrangements.

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

Ask your accommodation where to leave luggage and a car, especially in the medina. A Marrakech finish does not establish a podium location, road closures or public access. Wait for the official plan before choosing a hotel for supposed proximity to a ceremony.

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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.