Chouara Tannery

Top 1% of attractions in Fes
8/10

What the experts agree on

Medieval tannery where leather is still dyed in ancient outdoor vats—a sensory spectacle best viewed from the terrace above to appreciate the kaleidoscope of colors while minimizing the notorious smell.

5 expert reviews

“Traditional 11th-century outdoor tannery. ”

– Atlas Obscura

Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
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"The largest of the medina's several tanneries, Chouara is one of the city’s most iconic sights (and smells)." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"The terrace overlooking the dyeing vats is high enough to escape the place's full fetid power and get a spectacular view over the multicolor vats. " Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"A picture straight out of medieval times, the Chouwara Tannery is the largest and busiest of the four traditional tanneries still operating in the medina." Full review
National Geographic National Geographic
"One of the city's most famous products is its leather goods, and no trip to Fez should skip the Chouara Tannery. Leather hides have been washed and dyed in this extraordinary complex of..."
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