Chrea National Park: A Mountain Oasis
Discover Algeria's natural beauty at Chrea National Park: hiking, skiing, cedar forests, and unique wildlife await in the Blida Atlas Mountains.
Escape to Chrea National Park, a natural haven in Algeria's Blida Province. Established in 1983, this park boasts diverse landscapes, from rugged mountains and cedar forests to unique wildlife like the Barbary macaque. Enjoy hiking, skiing, and panoramic views in this refreshing retreat.
A brief summary to Chrea National Park
- CVC9+HPJ, N1, Blida, DZ
- +21325228181
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Bring plenty of water and snacks, as facilities within the park are limited.
- Wear sturdy hiking shoes and comfortable clothing to explore the park's rugged terrain.
- Visit during spring or fall for the best weather and vibrant scenery.
- Keep an eye out for the Barbary macaques, but observe them from a distance and do not feed them.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Algiers, take a bus or shared taxi to Blida. From Blida's central bus station, take a bus towards Chrea; the ride takes approximately 1 hour and costs around 200-300 DZD. From the nearest bus stop in Chrea, a taxi to the park entrance may be necessary, costing around 200 DZD, but negotiate the fare.
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Car
From Algiers, take the A1 highway towards Blida. Continue on the A1 and follow signs to Chrea National Park, approximately 50 km southwest of Blida. The drive from Blida takes about 45 minutes. Parking is available at the park entrance, and a small entrance fee in Algerian Dinars may apply.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Atlas Memoria
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Chrea National park Museum
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حجرة النشير
3.0 km
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Source de Chréa - منبع شريعة
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Chrea Mountains
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The Black Forest
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Atlas de Blida
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Route de Chréa
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La Pietra
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Algiers Opera House
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الخميسات
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Place LAPERRINE
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مسجد القدس
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Place EL QODS
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Unmissable attractions to see
Attraction Gozim
1.9 km
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عرش اث صالح
1.9 km
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Picnick chrea
2.0 km
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الجنان
3.6 km
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أزرو نحال
5.6 km
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كوخ Gar Douali Mohammad
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المرجة
6.0 km
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تيزغوين
6.2 km
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عرش غلاي
6.3 km
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منظر الجميل
6.6 km
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باب القبور - Bab El Qbour
6.9 km
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Ruisseau Des Singes
9.9 km
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Cascades Zondayy
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مكان سياحي
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Les Gorges De La Chiffa
10.1 km
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Essential places to dine
Chrea
0.9 km
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Restaurant Chalet des Cèdres
1.0 km
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CHREA altitude de 1 550 m
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Amrane - Restaurant
1.5 km
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Restaurant
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7.1 km
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Il goloso al pasto restaurant
7.3 km
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Panozzo
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Restaurant Amis de Blida
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Mezzaluna pizza
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Restaurant club Hippique Mitidja
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Restaurant El Djoudi
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Sardine top
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Restaurant Lambidia Medea
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Rôtisserie mitidja
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Chriaa
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BIG TOP SHOP
6.6 km
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Viper shop
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Le printemps
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Boutique Camelia
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MimiTa
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istana Centre Commercial Elmanara blida المركز التجاري المنارة باب السبت
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Boutique Mira
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Shopper bag store
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Cheese house
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La metidja
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8.5 km
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9.2 km
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Rosa Resto
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FIVE BOY'S
12.3 km
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La zone rouge
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محلات حسيسن
27.8 km
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بشير سي محند
29.8 km
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Tahtoh Food
30.0 km
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