Morocco is moving forward with a significant infrastructure project aimed at easing travel and trade in its northern region. Authorities plan to construct a 60-kilometer expressway connecting Tangier and Tetouan, addressing mounting congestion on the vital N2 highway [[1]]. The project, a public-private partnership, reflects Morocco’s ongoing investment in its transportation network to support economic growth and tourism along its Atlantic and Mediterranean coasts [[2]].
Moroccan authorities are planning a major new highway project to alleviate congestion on the N2 highway, a key route connecting the cities of Tangier and Tetouan. The planned 60-kilometer expressway aims to significantly reduce travel times, which currently can exceed 90 minutes during peak hours.
The project will be a public-private partnership involving the Moroccan government and the National Highways Society of Morocco (ADM). Technical and environmental studies are slated to begin in 2026, with construction anticipated to start in 2027, pending funding approval.
The estimated investment of approximately 6 billion Moroccan dirhams reflects the challenging terrain and the need for multiple overpasses. Beyond easing traffic flow, the new highway is intended to bolster logistics around the Tanger Med port and improve access to growing tourist destinations along the Tamuda coast.
This construction is part of a national strategy to expand Morocco’s highway network and enhance connectivity in the Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region. Once completed, the infrastructure will offer a faster, safer, and more efficient route for both travelers and freight transporters, supporting economic and tourism growth in northern Morocco. The project underscores the country’s commitment to improving its transportation infrastructure to accommodate increasing traffic and economic activity.
