Fez

Fez

Morocco's ancient imperial city and spiritual capital hosts Fez Stadium. Home to the world's oldest university and a UNESCO World Heritage Medina.

Airport: Fez Saïss Airport (FEZ)

Stadiums in Fez

Grand Stadium of Fez
AFCON 2025World Cup 2030
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Grand Stadium of Fez

Capacity

45,000

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AFCON 2025 Match Schedule

Matches in Fez

Africa Cup of Nations 2025

December 21, 2025 - January 18, 2026

Grand Stadium of Fez

Capacity: 45,000
Round of 16Group Stage
Matches Hosted: Group stage, Round of 16
Confirmed VenueTeams TBD

City Overview

Fez

History

Fez was founded in 789 AD and is Morocco's oldest imperial city. It's home to Al-Qarawiyyin, founded in 859 AD and recognized as the world's oldest continuously operating university. The medina of Fez el-Bali is a UNESCO World Heritage site with over 9,000 alleys.

Football Culture

Fez has two main clubs: MAS Fez and Wydad Fez. The city's football culture reflects its scholarly heritage, with fans known for their organized supporter groups and traditional chants. The Complexe Sportif de Fès hosts local matches and national team games.

Local Football Clubs

MAS Fez (Maghreb Association Sportive)

Founded:1946
Home Stadium:Complexe Sportif de Fès
Colors:Green and White
Achievements:

4x Botola champions, 3x Throne Cup

Wydad Fez

Founded:1948
Home Stadium:Complexe Sportif de Fès
Colors:Red and White
Achievements:

1x Botola champion

Travel Guide for Football Fans

Fez

Getting There

✈️ Fez Saïss Airport (15km from city center)

From Airport

Taxi
20-30 mins
100-150 MAD

Red petit taxis available

Bus
45 mins
10-20 MAD

Local bus options

Private transfer
20 mins
from €20

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From Other Cities

Casablanca→Fez
4 hours120-200 MAD
Marrakech→Fez
6-7 hours120-180 MAD
Tangier→Fez
4-5 hours100-150 MAD
Meknes→Fez
45 mins20-40 MAD

Local Information

Population

~1.1 million (city), ~1.5 million (metro)

Climate

Mediterranean highland, mild year-round, cooler in winter

Best Time to Visit

April-May, September-October (mild temps, fewer tourists than summer)

Language

Arabic, Tamazight (Berber), French

Currency

Moroccan Dirham (MAD)

Did You Know?

Fez was Morocco's capital until 1912 and remains its spiritual and cultural heart.

The city's famous tanneries have been operating using the same methods for over 1,000 years.

The Fez medina has over 9,000 alleys and is the world's largest car-free urban area.

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Stadiums in Fez

Grand Stadium of Fez
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Frequently Asked Questions

about Fez

The Fez Medina is the world's largest car-free urban area with 9,000+ alleys. Use Google Maps (it works!), hire an official guide for your first visit, and stick to main gates like Bab Boujloud for entry/exit.
Fez is generally safe but the medina can be confusing. Don't accept unsolicited help from strangers (common scam). Main routes are well-traveled. Avoid poorly-lit alleyways at night. Ask shop owners for directions.
Must-see attractions include the medieval Fez el-Bali Medina (UNESCO site), the famous tanneries, Al-Qarawiyyin (world's oldest university), Bou Inania Madrasa, and the Nejjarine Museum of Wood Arts.
From Fez Saïss Airport (FEZ), take a taxi (100-150 MAD, 20-30 mins) or private transfer. The Complexe Sportif de Fès is located about 8km from the city center.