Cap Spartel

Where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, though you can't actually see the line. The lighthouse marks the northwestern tip of Africa; the views take in two seas and, on clear days, the coast of Spain across the strait. The drive from Tangier follows the coast through cork forests and the summer villas of wealthy Tangerines. The cape itself is windy and exposed — a picnic spot, a photo opportunity, a geographical milestone. The lighthouse is not open to visitors. The Caves of Hercules are nearby, usually combined into a single excursion. Cap Spartel offers the grander view; the caves offer the mythology. Both deserve a stop if you have transport. Best time: Sunset Allow: 30 minutes (plus drive) Combine with: Caves of Hercules