Ville Nouvelle

The French-built new town with wide boulevards and modern restaurants

Suits Travellers who need a breather from the medina with familiar comforts nearby

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The read

What it feels like: Built during the French protectorate with a grid layout and tree-lined avenues. Feels like a different city from Fes el-Bali. Chain cafes, banks, pharmacies, and restaurants with menus in French. Useful for errands but not where the character lives.
Who is around: Local students and professionals going about daily life, very few tourists
On foot: Flat with wide pavements and a European-style grid. Easy to navigate on foot.
After dark: Restaurants and cafes along the main boulevard stay open for dinner. The area is better lit than the medina and has a more relaxed evening atmosphere. A few bars operate discreetly.