Ksar Sghir, Fahs-Anjra province, MoroccoFollow us
Ksar SghirLocal travel guide
EN
ARFRENES
ARFRENES
🏖️ Beaches

Sidi Kankouch 2 Beach

Sidi Kankouch 2 Beach: a quiet sandy cove 23 km west of Ksar Sghir, parasols and toilets, lifeguards June to September, seasonal kiosks and restaurants, buses I3 and I12.

Sidi Kankouch 2 Beach
⚡ In short

A small, quiet sandy cove 23 km from Ksar Sghir, next to Sidi Kankouch 1. Parasols and toilets in summer, lifeguards from June to September, seasonal kiosks and restaurants.

  • ⛱️ Parasols
  • 🚻 Toilets
  • 🏖️ Sand
  • 🛡️ Lifeguards June — Sept
  • 🍽️ Seasonal kiosks and restaurants
  • 🚌 I3 and I12

📍 Location

Sidi Kankouch 2 Beach lies about 23 km west of Ksar Sghir, right next to Sidi Kankouch 1 on the Ksar Sghir side, on the coast road near Tangier. It belongs to the municipality of Ksar Sghir, Fahs-Anjra province.

🏖️ The beach

A smaller, quieter cove than its neighbour, with clean sand, about 100 to 400 metres long, and parasols and toilets in summer. From here you can walk to Sidi Kankouch 1 for its activity platform and restaurants, then come back to the calm.

🤝 Sidi Kankouch 1’s quiet neighbour

Sidi Kankouch 2 sits right next to Sidi Kankouch 1 and combines calm with easy access to services. Smaller and quieter than its neighbour, it has parasols and toilets in summer, and you can walk to Sidi Kankouch 1 for its activity platform and restaurants. A great choice for families who want peace without being cut off.

🌬️ Levante and Poniente

With the Levante, waves stay normal. With the Poniente, they get bigger, so swim in the guarded zone and stay close to the kids. In winter the sea is rough. Check Sea today before you go.

🛡️ Summer facilities

🛡️
Civil Protection
Lifeguards from June to September, like the other beaches in the area.
🍽️
Seasonal kiosks and restaurants
On and next to the beach in summer.
⛱️
Parasols
Available in the summer season.
🚻
Toilets
During the summer season.

👨‍👩‍👧 For families

  • 🌅
    Go in the morning: a calmer beach and gentler sun for the kids.
  • 📍
    Agree on a meeting point with the children, such as the lifeguard post.
  • 👀
    Stay close to the kids in the water, especially on Poniente days.
  • 🚶
    Between the two beaches: settle in the calm here and walk to Sidi Kankouch 1 for food or activities.

🚗 Getting there

  • 🚌
    By bus from Tangier: lines I3 and I12 from the train station run along the coast road past the beach.
  • 🚗
    From Ksar Sghir (23 km): on national road 16 towards Tangier.

📅 When to go

☀️
June — September
Lifeguards and kiosks
✅ Swimming
👥
August
Busier, especially weekends
⚠️ Go early
🌸
Spring and autumn
Quiet
⭐ Walks and photos
🌧️
Winter
Rough sea
⚠️ Visit, not swimming

In August and at weekends, Sidi Kankouch 2 stays quieter than its neighbour. Early morning is best for swimming with children, and June and September are the quietest months with lifeguards.

⚠️ Safety

Follow the flags and the Civil Protection’s instructions and swim in the guarded zone. Take extra care with the Poniente and avoid swimming in winter. Outside June — September there are no lifeguards.

❓ FAQ

Where is Sidi Kankouch 2 Beach?

About 23 km west of Ksar Sghir, on the coast road towards Tangier; it belongs to the municipality of Ksar Sghir.

What is the difference between Sidi Kankouch 1 and 2?

Sidi Kankouch 2 is smaller and quieter, with parasols and toilets in summer. Sidi Kankouch 1 has the activity platform, restaurants and showers, and it is an easy walk between the two.

Is the beach lifeguarded?

Yes, from June to September.

Can I get there by bus?

Yes, lines I3 and I12 from Tangier train station pass right by.

🌊 Nearby beaches

📍 Coordinates: 35.8315, -5.7017. Or search “Sidi Kankouch” in Google Maps.

On the map

Nearby places