Cherratine Medersa: A Jewel of Fes

Getting There

• Walking

  From the heart of Fes El Bali, make your way to the busy Talaa Kebira street, one of the main thoroughfares in the medina. Head north on Talaa Kebira until you reach the roundabout. At the roundabout, take the first exit onto Talaa Sghira street. Continue walking straight for about 5 minutes until you reach the intersection with Rue des Merinides. Turn left onto Rue des Merinides and walk for another 3 minutes. Cherratine Medersa will be on your right, just past the intersection with Rue des Khemis. Look for the entrance with beautiful tile work.

• Taxi

  If you're starting from a more distant location, you can take a petit taxi. Simply tell the driver 'Cherratine Medersa' or show them the address: 327G+HFJ, Fes. They should know the way, but to ensure they take you directly to the entrance, mention that it is located in Fes El Bali near Talaa Kebira. The taxi ride should not take more than 10-15 minutes depending on traffic.

• Public Transport

  While Fes does not have a formal bus system within the medina, you can take a local bus or tram to a nearby stop and walk the rest of the way. For example, take the bus to Bab Boujloud, the Blue Gate. From Bab Boujloud, walk towards Talaa Kebira street. Continue as described in the walking directions, heading north to Talaa Sghira, then left on Rue des Merinides until you reach Cherratine Medersa.