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Discover Airlines is expanding its footprint in North Africa, announcing new seasonal routes from Frankfurt to Agadir and from Munich to Fez for the winter 2026/27 season, reinforcing Morocco’s status as a fast-rising leisure destination for German travelers.
New Seasonal Links Between Germany and Morocco
The Lufthansa Group’s leisure carrier confirmed that it will add two Moroccan destinations to its network from the end of October 2026, introducing flights from Frankfurt to the Atlantic coast city of Agadir and from Munich to the historic royal city of Fez. The services are planned as part of the airline’s winter 2026/27 schedule and will run through to the end of March 2027.
According to the airline’s announcement, Frankfurt to Agadir will be served twice weekly, on Mondays and Fridays, while Munich to Fez will operate once a week on Sundays. Departures from Germany are scheduled in the morning, arriving around midday in Morocco, with return flights landing back in Frankfurt and Munich during the evening. The flight time on both routes is expected to be about four hours.
The new routes build on Discover Airlines’ existing presence in Morocco, where it already operates direct services from Frankfurt and Munich to Marrakesh. With Agadir and Fez added for the coming winter, the carrier plans up to 16 weekly connections to three Moroccan destinations, making the country one of its most significant short and medium haul leisure markets.
Agadir: Atlantic Beaches and Winter Sun for German Holidaymakers
Agadir, located on Morocco’s southern Atlantic coast, is well established as a winter sun destination for European travelers, thanks to its mild temperatures, long sandy beaches and extensive resort infrastructure. By linking Frankfurt with Agadir twice a week, Discover Airlines is targeting German holidaymakers seeking a beach break outside the traditional Mediterranean season.
The airline highlights Agadir’s appeal not only for classic beach tourism and watersports, but also as a gateway for excursions into the surrounding region. From the city, travelers can access the Souss Massa National Park, known for its coastal dunes and birdlife, as well as the foothills of the nearby Atlas Mountains, which offer hiking and cultural visits to Berber villages.
Industry observers note that the additional capacity from Frankfurt reflects sustained demand for North African coastal destinations, particularly during the European winter. Tour operators in the German market are expected to package the new flights with resort stays and round trips combining Agadir with inland attractions.
Fez: Only Direct Connection From Munich to the Historic Royal City
The new weekly flight from Munich to Fez will, according to Discover Airlines, be the only direct air link between southern Germany and the northeastern Moroccan city. Fez is renowned for its medieval old town, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with thousands of narrow alleys, historic madrasas, mosques and traditional workshops.
By introducing this connection, the carrier is positioning Fez as a cultural city break option for travelers from Bavaria and neighboring regions. The schedule, with Sunday departures, is designed to suit both week-long holidays and shorter stays that include guided tours of the medina, culinary experiences and visits to nearby cities such as Meknes or the Middle Atlas towns.
Tourism officials in Morocco have been working to raise Fez’s profile in European source markets beyond France and Spain. Direct access from Munich is expected to make it easier for German tour operators to design itineraries focused on heritage, craftsmanship and authentic urban experiences, diversifying the image of Morocco beyond its beach resorts.
Partnership With Moroccan Tourism and Growing Demand
The expansion in Morocco comes shortly after Discover Airlines and the Moroccan Tourist Office agreed to deepen their partnership, an accord signed during the recent ITB Berlin travel trade fair. The collaboration aims to promote Morocco as a year round holiday destination in Germany, highlighting both coastal and cultural attractions.
The carrier states that the decision to add Agadir and Fez responds to rising demand from German travelers for more direct connections to Morocco. Over the past several seasons, the country has seen a strong recovery and subsequent growth in international visitor numbers, with airlines and tourism boards working together to secure additional capacity over the winter months.
For Discover Airlines, the two new routes also fit into a broader strategy of strengthening its short and medium haul program from Frankfurt and Munich, complementing its expanding long haul leisure network to destinations in the Caribbean, the Indian Ocean and North America. Morocco, with relatively short flight times and diverse products, is viewed as a natural pillar of that portfolio.
Implications for German Travelers and Tour Operators
For travelers in Germany, the new flights mean more choice when planning winter escapes, with direct options to three distinct Moroccan cities from the country’s two largest hubs. Frankfurt will offer connections to both Marrakesh and Agadir, catering to those looking for either city-based culture or beach relaxation, while Munich will provide access to Marrakesh and Fez, emphasizing city breaks and heritage tourism for the southern German market.
Tour operators are expected to integrate the new Discover Airlines services into package holidays, dynamic city trips and themed tours focused on wellness, hiking or culture. The regular Monday, Friday and Sunday patterns on the Morocco routes give the trade flexibility in designing seven, ten or fourteen night stays, which remain popular formats for the German-speaking market.
The launch of the Agadir and Fez routes for winter 2026/27 underscores competition among leisure carriers to secure attractive seasonal destinations and underlines Morocco’s ambition to attract more visitors from Central Europe. As booking systems open, airlines, tourism authorities and the trade will be watching closely to gauge how quickly German travelers embrace these new direct links to the Atlantic and to one of North Africa’s most historic cities.