God's Bridge (Pont de Dieu) Trail from Akchour

God's Bridge (Pont de Dieu) is a natural rock arch spanning the Oued Farda gorge in Talassemtane National Park, in the Rif mountains of northern Morocco, and the trail to it starts from the village of Akchour. Visitors reach Akchour from Chefchaouen by shared grand taxi in about 45 minutes; a whole taxi costs around 300-400 MAD one way and the fare is agreed in advance. The trail begins at the village and follows the river, so no separate parking or permit is needed beyond the small paid car area near the start.

The round trip is about 5 km and takes 2.5 to 3.5 hours, with roughly 250 m of ascent. It is classed as moderate because the path is rocky and uneven, with steep sections near the arch, though it is short and not technically demanding. The surface is a mix of packed dirt, loose rock and tree roots on a path that climbs above the river. Shade is patchy, and the steepest parts can be slippery in wet weather. Exposure to drops exists close to the arch, so care is needed with children.

Along the way, the trail passes small cafes that sell tea, juice and simple meals, which makes it possible to rest without carrying heavy supplies; carrying cash in small MAD notes is useful. The valley walls close in as the path nears the arch, and the viewpoint gives a view of the stone bridge high above the gorge, with the river far below. The arch itself is the natural turn-around point. Hikers wanting a longer day sometimes combine this route with the Grande Cascade trail from the same village, which makes a full day of walking.

There are no refuge huts, and the only shelter is under trees and café awnings. Drinking water should be carried or bought in the village, as stream water is not recommended without treatment. Mobile coverage is patchy in the gorge, so an offline map is useful.