The Fez-Meknes region is preparing to host a major event: the CRT Cup Golf, which will take place from November 17 to 21, 2024. Organized by the Fez-Meknes Regional Tourism Council (CRT), this competition brings together golfers and enthusiasts. coming mainly from France, Spain, and Morocco. This event is part of an ambitious tourism promotion strategy aimed at positioning the region as an essential golf destination on an international scale.
The fair choice of courses for the CRT Cup Golf demonstrates the richness and diversity of the region’s golfing infrastructures:
-The Royal Golf of Fez, surrounded by olive groves, offers breathtaking views of the Middle Atlas mountains. The 18-hole course stretches 6,542 meters and offers various challenges, including water hazards and bunkers. It is a course that is suitable for both beginners and experienced golfers, of course featuring a clubhouse, practice areas with practice facilities.
-The Michlifen Golf & Country Club, designed by Jack Nicklaus, is located in Ifrane, at an altitude of 1,650 meters, in an exceptional natural setting. This 18-hole course offers panoramic views of the Azrou plain and is distinguished by its alpine landscapes, cedar forests and rocky outcrops. The adjacent 5-star hotel offers luxurious rooms, a 3,500 m² spa, and several restaurants. The mountain climate allows golf to be played even during summer, providing a great experience for golfers.
-The Royal Golf of Meknes is a unique course located within the grounds of the Royal Palace, offering an exceptional golfing experience. Inaugurated in 1969, it has 9 holes with a par of 36, extending over 2,610 meters. The course is surrounded by a lush garden, planted with olive trees and palm trees, and can be played at night thanks to appropriate lighting.
These infrastructures illustrate the CRT’s strategic effort to promote places that combine sport, nature and heritage.
Which leads us to say that the new office, the CRT Fez-Meknes, adopts an innovative vision for the development of golf tourism. This edition of the CRT Cup Golf reflects several strategic areas of work. With, in fact, delegations from France and Spain, the event aims to strengthen the tourist attractiveness of the region among European golf enthusiasts. Otherwise, by highlighting golf, the CRT seeks to attract a high-end clientele looking for experiences combining sport and cultural discovery.
The program includes cultural visits, gastronomic discoveries and moments of exchange to discover the multiple facets of the region, beyond sport. The objective is clear: By aligning the event with major sporting events, such as the 2025 Africa Cup and the 2030 World Cup, Fez-Meknes aims to strengthen its image as a hub for international competitions.
Beyond the sporting competition, the CRT Cup Golf offers a unique multiple experience:
-Cultural visits: Participants will have the opportunity to discover the historical gems of Fez and Meknes, including the medinas listed as UNESCO world heritage sites.
-Gastronomic discoveries: Particular attention is paid to Moroccan cuisine, with tastings highlighting local products and traditional recipes.
-Moment for exchanges: The welcome tea organized on November 17 at the Royal Mirage hotel will be followed by a press conference, promoting fair-play networking between participants, sports managers and organizers. Which certainly works in favor of the destination.
Precisely, the organization of this event by the CRT Fez-Meknes is part of a long-term approach to stimulate the regional economy and promote the territory. Here are the expected benefits:
First, by a real economic boost through an expected increase in hotel reservations, local spending and increased attendance at golf courses. Then, through promotional media coverage, given that the participation of French, Spanish and Moroccan media guarantees international visibility for the region. The event opens opportunities to establish collaborations with travel agencies and tour operators specializing in sports tourism. Also, by highlighting the reception infrastructure of Fez-Meknes, the event aims to attract investors in the field of high-end tourism.
The CRT Cup Golf 2024 is part of a broader dynamic under the aegis of His Majesty King Mohammed VI. Through this event, the region contributes to strengthening Morocco’s role as a global cultural and sporting crossroads. This strategy is aligned with initiatives such as the organization of the 2025 Africa Cup and the bid for the 2030 World Cup, which demonstrate the Kingdom’s ambition to shine on the international stage.
Certainly, the CRT Cup Golf 2024 represents a showcase to promote the region as a golfing and tourist destination of choice. By combining sport, heritage and hospitality, the new CRT office proves that it is capable of carrying out ambitious and strategic projects, thus strengthening the attractiveness of the region on a national and international level.
With careful organization and a vision focused on the future, the CRT Cup Golf could well become a regular and unmissable event on the international golf calendar and a cornerstone of the tourist development of Fez-Meknes.
