Koudiet Tirbîrhîne is the highest mountain in the Rif of Morocco, rising to 2,456 m. It is also known by names such as Djebel Tidighine, Jbel Tidighin, and Tidiguin. The peak lies in the Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region, within Cercle de Targuist and the municipality of Caïdat de Bni Bounsar.
With a prominence of 1,901 m, it is a major high point in northern Morocco and the highest of the named peaks in the Rif. The mountain sits in the North African Highlands chain system, inside the broader Maghreb Mountains, where steep terrain, ridges, and passes shape the landscape around it.
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Koudiet Tirbîrhîne belongs to the Rif, within the wider Maghreb Mountains and North African Highlands. It is in Morocco, in the Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region, specifically in Caïdat de Bni Bounsar and Cercle de Targuist. At 2,456 m, it is the highest of the 3,461 named peaks in the Rif. The mountain rises above a rugged upland of ridges, passes, and closely spaced summits.
The nearest features are mostly lower than Koudiet Tirbîrhîne, which dominates the local skyline. Only Jebel Tarhzout comes relatively close in height, while the nearby passes show how the terrain is cut by crossings rather than broad valleys.
Within 25 km, the main high points are spread around the mountain. Jebel Dehdokh lies 11.7 km to the NW at 2,095 m. Jebel Takerest is 12.4 km to the NE at 1,710 m. Farther away are Jebel Bou Asel to the E at 18.2 km, Jebel Bou Karouach to the E at 10.9 km, Jebel Bou Bessoui to the NW at 20.3 km, and Jebel Erzinyia to the SE at 19.6 km. These peaks frame the summit in a ring of Rif high ground.
Koudiet Tirbîrhîne is part of the Rif, a range that spans Morocco and Spain. The range high point is the Rif itself, and Koudiet Tirbîrhîne is the highest of its 3,461 named peaks. That makes it the leading summit in the range by elevation, with a strong prominence that separates it from surrounding ridges and passes.
NASA POWER climate data for 2001–2020 suggest that summit temperatures are about 3 °C in the coldest months and about 16 °C in July and August, the warmest months. Around the mountain, precipitation is about 650 mm a year, with the wettest period in late autumn and winter and a very dry July. In this part of the Rif, weather can change quickly, with fog, wind, and slippery ground after rain.
Because summit temperatures stay above freezing in every month, the mountain can be visited year-round, but the more comfortable period is usually the drier part of the year. June, July, and August are the driest months, while spring and early autumn often offer a better balance of mild temperatures and lower rainfall than the wetter late-autumn and winter season. Even then, exposed ridges can feel cool and windy.
The Rif around Koudiet Tirbîrhîne is a mountain landscape of rocky slopes, open ridges, and high uplands. At this elevation, vegetation is typically a mix of mountain scrub, grass, and scattered hardy trees or shrubs where the ground and moisture allow. Wildlife in the region is generally adapted to rough terrain and seasonal weather, with animals using sheltered slopes, ravines, and quieter high ground.
For a mountain of this height and relief, a certified guide can be useful if you are unfamiliar with the Rif, especially in poor visibility or after rain. Look for an IFMGA/UIAGM guide through the national mountain guide association or local tourist offices in the region. A guided ascent usually covers route-finding, pacing, and safety decisions, and the cost depends on the number of days, group size, hut nights if any, and whether technical equipment is needed.
Koudiet Tirbîrhîne is high enough to demand proper mountain preparation even though it is not glaciated. Bring layers for cool wind, rain protection, sturdy footwear, food, and enough water for a full day. The terrain can be steep, rocky, and tiring, and wet ground may become slippery. In the Rif, navigation can be harder than the distance suggests, so plan for a long outing and start early.
Koudiet Tirbîrhîne is the highest mountain in the Rif and the highest of its 3,461 named peaks. Its prominence is 1,901 m, which shows how strongly it rises above the surrounding country. The nearest higher ground in the wider area is the range high point itself, so this summit is the reference peak for the Rif rather than a subordinate top.
How high is Koudiet Tirbîrhîne? It rises to 2,456 m.
Where is Koudiet Tirbîrhîne? It is in Morocco, in the Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region, within Cercle de Targuist and Caïdat de Bni Bounsar.
What range is it in? It belongs to the Rif, part of the broader Maghreb Mountains and North African Highlands.
What are the nearest peaks and passes? Nearby are Koudia el March, Bab Tahaja d’Ictzane, Jebel Tarhzout, Bab Rouadi, Jebel Agandrou, Jebel Afeggag, Jebel Sidi Meskine, and Jebel Imatrout.
Is Koudiet Tirbîrhîne the highest mountain in the Rif? Yes. It is the highest of the named peaks in the Rif.
Is there water on the way to Koudiet Tirbîrhîne? Plan to carry your own supply. On a dry mountain day, 1.5 to 3 litres is a sensible range, depending on heat and route length.
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