Geo-Control aussetzen in George app! George → Karten → Debitkarte → Geo-Control → “Aussetzen bis” 22.02.2026 → Aussetzen → Freigeben. Without this, cash withdrawals outside Europe are BLOCKED. 4% surcharge on card payments at camp.
Franz — Documents & Group Responsibility
Franz carries ALL group documents. This is your bag — nothing here is anyone else's job.
TIMATIC (checked 13.02.2026): “Travel documents must be valid for the duration of the stay. They are considered valid until the day before the expiration date.” — Visa: “Nationals of Germany do not need a visa for a maximum of 90 days.”
Source
Exact Requirement
OK?
TIMATIC/IATA (airline check-in system)
“Valid for the duration of stay”
YES
Ryanair T&Cs §2.1.1
“Valid for period of intended stay” (Morocco not in exceptions list)
YES
Moroccan Law (Loi 02-03)
“Passeport en cours de validité” — no minimum period
YES
consulat.ma (Official)
“Validity must be longer than duration of stay”
YES
visitmorocco.com
Cover stay duration
YES
UK GOV.UK
3 months after entry date
YES
Auswärtiges Amt / BMEIA
6 months (recommendation only, not law)
N/A*
*Both Auswärtiges Amt and BMEIA state on their own websites: “Nur dort [Moroccan Embassy] erhalten Sie rechtsverbindliche Informationen.” The 6-month figure is a conservative recommendation, not Moroccan law. TIMATIC (the system Ryanair uses at check-in) confirms: valid for duration of stay.
Coverage: doctor, hospital, medication, dental emergency, medical repatriation. Worldwide incl. USA/Canada. Max 62 days per trip.
Surfing coverage: Standard travel health insurance may NOT specifically cover watersports/surfing injuries. Franz signed disclaimer confirming comprehensive surfing coverage. Verify with HanseMerkur if needed: +43 1 317 7859
Weather — Taghazout, February
☀️
20°C
Highs
🌙
14°C
Lows
🌊
16°C
Sea Temp
🏄
Great!
Surf
Prime surf season. Consistent swells, sunny days. Water 15–19°C (wetsuits provided). Evenings cool 12–15°C — bring a hoodie.
Wind Conditions
Average wind ~9–11 km/h, prevailing NW trade wind (“Alizé”)
Mornings typically calmer (ideal for surfing), afternoons get windier
Not extreme, but feels chilly on the coast especially after surfing wet
Bring a light windbreaker! Essential for afternoons and evenings on the coast
Ramadan 2026 is expected to begin around Feb 17–18 (depends on moon sighting). This overlaps with the second half of your trip.
What This Means for You
DO NOT eat, drink, or smoke in public during daylight hours — it is disrespectful to those fasting
Eat and drink at the surf camp (meals are served as normal for guests)
Some restaurants and shops may close during the day or have limited hours
Nighttime becomes lively — restaurants and cafes open after sunset (Iftar ~6:30pm)
People may be tired/irritable during fasting hours — be patient and respectful
Alcohol: Even harder to find during Ramadan. Buy duty-free at Vienna airport if you want any
Surf camp operates normally — lessons, meals, and yoga continue as scheduled
Taghazout is a tourist surf town, so impact is less severe than in inland cities
Positive side: Ramadan evenings are beautiful — communal Iftar meals, festive atmosphere, special foods. If invited to share a meal, it's a special experience!
Fasting Hours (Approximate for Agadir, Feb 17–21)
Fajr (dawn, fasting begins)
~06:15
Maghrib (sunset, fasting ends)
~18:30
Fasting duration
~12 hours
Traveling with a Minor KIAN (17)
Kian Dobler (17, German passport) is traveling with his father Franz Enzenhofer (Austrian passport). Different surnames require extra documentation.
MUST CARRY: Kian's birth certificate + signed Reisevollmacht (travel consent from mother). These prove the parent-child relationship when surnames don't match.
Documents for Kian
German Passport
C4VW2XKL2, exp. 29.06.2026
OK
Birth Certificate
Standesamt Wien-Währing, Reg. 1407/2008
PACKED
Reisevollmacht
Consent letter from Elisabeth Dobler (mother)
SIGNED — PRINT!
Reisevollmacht (Travel Consent Letter) SIGNED
The Reisevollmacht is signed by Kian's mother (Elisabeth Dobler) authorizing Franz Enzenhofer to travel with Kian to Morocco. PRINT IT and bring copy of mother's ID.
At Border Control
Present both passports together at immigration
Have birth certificate ready to show if asked about different surnames
Have Reisevollmacht ready (may not be asked, but essential to have)
Moroccan immigration card: fill out on the plane (bring a pen!)
Apps to Install Before Departure
Download these before leaving Austria. Airport WiFi in Agadir is unreliable.
ESSENTIAL (Install Today!)
Ryanair
Boarding passes, check-in, flight updates
WhatsApp
Contact driver, camp, Jonas. Main communication in Morocco
Download French + Arabic offline packs (camera translation works offline!)
RECOMMENDED
Uber / InDrive
Ride-hailing works in Agadir (not in Taghazout village)
XE Currency
Live EUR/MAD rates, works offline after first sync
Magic Seaweed or Surfline
Surf forecast for Taghazout spots
Windy
Wind, swell, weather visualization
OPTIONAL
Wise (TransferWise)
Best exchange rates if you have an account
Maps.me
Alternative offline maps with hiking trails
Google Maps Offline: Open Google Maps → tap your profile → Offline Maps → Select your own map → drag to cover Agadir through Taghazout → Download. Do this on WiFi before departure!
Emergency Procedures
Medical Emergency
Tell Surf Berbere staff immediately — they know local facilities
Tip: Use private clinics (“clinique”) in Agadir. They're faster, cleaner, and HanseMerkur covers the cost. Always call the insurance hotline FIRST so they can direct you and handle payment.
Lost Passport
File a police report at the nearest police station (gendarmerie)
Contact the relevant embassy:
• Franz (Austrian): Austrian Embassy Rabat +212 537 764 003 • Kian (German): German Embassy Rabat +212 537 218 668
Get emergency travel document (Notreisepass/Reiseausweis) from embassy
Inform HanseMerkur — they can help coordinate
Prevention: Keep passport photos on your phone. Store copies in email (send yourself scans). Leave originals in camp safe when not needed.
Reisevollmacht (Travel Consent) — SIGNED PRINT THIS!Signed by Elisabeth Dobler, authorizing Franz to travel with Kian to Morocco. MUST PRINT + bring copy of mother's ID.
