Blida – The Oasis of the Atlas Gates
Nestling at the foot of the Atlas Mountains, Blida – nicknamed the City of Roses – is a refreshing stopover just 50km south-west of Algiers. Surrounded by orchards of orange, lemon and jasmine trees, this town with its Andalusian soul is enchanting with its flower-filled lanes, shady squares and gentle way of life. Blida is an ideal place to take a stroll, smell the colourful markets and explore the nearby forests and waterfalls.
Médéa – Balcony of Tell between vineyards, history and nature
90 km south of Algiers, perched at an altitude of 1,000 m, Médéa is an elegant town with the air of a balcony overlooking the Mitidja. Steeped in history, it combines Ottoman heritage, colonial architecture, Berber traditions and rolling natural landscapes. Known for its vineyards, natural springs and pure air, Médéa is an ideal destination for recharging your batteries and discovering a different face of central Algeria: quieter, more rural and more intimate.
Bouira – Between the Kabyles Mountains and unspoilt nature
Nestling in the heart of the Atlas Mountains, Bouira is a green pearl at the gateway to Kabylia. Less well known than its coastal neighbours, it nevertheless offers the curious a spectacular natural setting, wooded peaks, authentic Berber traditions and a welcome tranquillity. Whatever the season, it’s an ideal destination for hikers, mountain lovers and families looking to get away from it all.
Algiers – The White Mediterranean between the Casbah and modernity
Majestic and multifaceted, Algiers – nicknamed the White City – stretches between sea and hills, blending Ottoman heritage, colonial influence and contemporary energy. From the UNESCO-listed Kasbah to the Haussmann-style streets of the city centre, each district is an invitation to travel. Stroll through the narrow streets, watch the boats in the port, breathe in the scent of jasmine in the Jardin d’Essai… Algiers is a living book, to be leafed through as you explore its squares, staircases and sunsets.
Chlef – A land of history, fertile plains and Roman secrets
Situated between the foothills of the Tellian Atlas and the shores of the Mediterranean, Chlef remains one of Algeria’s best-kept secrets. A land of contrasts and authenticity, it appeals to travellers in search of history, raw nature and deep-rooted experiences.
From the generous agricultural plains as far as the eye can see, to the hidden beaches of Tenès bathed in a deep blue, via the Roman ruins of Castellum Tingitanum, the region offers a change of scenery without artifice, deeply connected to the land and to memory.
Tamanrasset – The soul of the Hoggar, between sacred mountains and Tuareg culture
Nestled at an altitude of over 1,300 metres in the south of the Hoggar massif, Tamanrasset, known simply as Tam, is much more than a town: it’s an experience. An oasis town, a crossing point between Algeria, Mali and Niger, and the cradle of the Kel Ahaggar Tuareg culture, Tamanrasset offers a journey to the very edge of the desert and of oneself.
Djanet – The jewel of the Tassili, between celestial rocks and Tuareg culture
In south-east Algeria, Djanet stretches between golden dunes, black sandstone rocks and peaceful oases. An emblematic city of the Sahara, it is the gateway to the Tassili n’Ajjer, a UNESCO site.
Ghardaïa – City of clay, jewel of the living M’Zab
In the heart of the northern desert, the M’Zab valley emerges like a mirage of order and spirituality. In Ghardaïa, everything is geometry, silence and light. It’s a city built to last, to resist, to adapt.
El Oued – The city of a thousand domes, a Saharan oasis between dunes and traditions
Nicknamed “the city of a thousand domes”, El Oued is an architectural and natural treasure, nestling in south-east Algeria in the Souf region. With its lush palm groves, white medinas and vast expanses of dunes, this Saharan town offers a complete change of scenery.
Tlemcen – The Andalusian pearl of spirituality, craftsmanship and luxuriant nature
Nicknamed the Algerian Granada, Tlemcen is a jewel nestling in the green mountains of western Algeria. A city of art, faith and refinement, it was one of the major cultural centres of the medieval Maghreb.