Our Mountain Gite

Our mountain gite stay called Auberge Tafraout Armed is located in Aroumd and has electricity, running water but no central heating. There are 5 bedrooms, 3 toilet stalls, a shower, small eating area and small sitting area. It is our chance to breath in fresh mountain air and take in the views of the surrounding Atlas Mountains. Most importantly, it is an opportunity to break bread with the locals and a time for introspection. Donkeys are used to transport goods up to this area as there are no roads, only narrow pathways. We were served a delicious traditional homemade carrot and vegetable soup and a vegetable couscous dish with chicken on the side. The desert was apples. Good food, good mood! Upon arrival we were given a large bowl of popcorn to share. A simple life. We love to use our adopted slogan which is “ very nice, very good, very beautiful”, followed by five quick claps.Read more