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The Maritime Promenade of Hassan II Mosque

Casablanca, Morocco

2017 - Ongoing

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Project Description

Approach Words: Attractive City, Sustainability, Urban Livability

Public Policy Instruments: Financial Mechanism, Organization, Physical Intervention, Planning

The Maritime Promenade of Hassan II Mosque is a seaside development project in Casablanca, Morocco.¹ ² It extends along the coastline from the Hassan II Mosque to El Hank tip, covering the Casablanca-Anfa Districts³ and the Ain Diab corniche.⁴ This project is part of a larger initiative to upgrade the Casablanca-Settat region’s coastline,ⁱ ⁵ which includes five waterfront sections: Al Hank, Aïn Sebaâ, Dar Bouazza, Mohammédia, and Aïn Diab.⁶ It also aligns with the Greater Casablanca Development Planⁱⁱ(2015-2020).⁷

The project aims to achieve three primary objectives: enhance the quality of life for residents⁸ by establishing a public space devoted to recreation and entertainment,⁹ foster social cohesion¹⁰ by creating a platform that facilitates interactions and serves as a communal gathering place for all Casablanca residents,¹¹ and boost the city’s appeal to tourists, thereby strengthening its position as a desirable destination.¹²

Title: Development Strategy for the Waterfront in Greater Casablanca.

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Title: The five corniche segments in the plan for upgrading the coastline of the Casablanca-Settat Region.

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Title: Arial View of the Maritime Promenade of Hassan II Mosque.

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Title: Maritime Promenade of Hassan II Mosque After Construction.

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Title: Development Strategy for the Waterfront in Greater Casablanca.

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Title: The five corniche segments in the plan for upgrading the coastline of the Casablanca-Settat Region.

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Title: Arial View of the Maritime Promenade of Hassan II Mosque.

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Title: Maritime Promenade of Hassan II Mosque After Construction.

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The project spans 1.5 kilometers and covers an area of approximately 130,000 square meters.¹³ It is divided into three main zones: a lookout panoramic zone, a recreational zone, and a cultural zone.¹⁴ ¹⁵ These zones are designed to provide a variety of outdoor public spaces, including spaces for leisure, walkways, sports facilities, and green spaces, all with direct beach access and panoramic views of the ocean.¹⁶ The three zones and their associated activities are as follows:

(1) The lookout panoramic zone:

A wide, open promenade along the ocean’s edge extending to El Hank Point.¹⁷
An Agora and platform for hosting events.¹⁸
Pedestrian walkways integrated with the plazas of the Hassan II Mosque.¹⁹

(2) The recreational zone:

Shaded green spaces inspired by Islamic gardens,²⁰ featuring low-maintenance plant species adapted to the local environment.²¹
Children’s playgrounds and sports areas.²²
Integrated trails for joggers, walkers, and cyclists.²³
Rest areas and meeting points.²⁴

(3) The cultural zone:

A dedicated space with kiosks for selling handicrafts.²⁵

Additional features include a commercial area for restaurants and coffee shops,²⁶ and an underground parking facility with 1,000 spaces.²⁷ Additionally, the project incorporates modern LED lighting and an efficient water management system for irrigation.²⁸

Owner/Developer (Public)

Municipality of Casablanca

Casa Aménagement ³⁶

Consultant/Designer

Lemay ³⁷

Funder

Ministry of Interior of Morocco

Municipality of Casablanca ³⁸

Contractor/Implementer

Casa Aménagement ³⁹

Owner/Developer (Public)

Municipality of Casablanca

Casa Aménagement ³⁶

Contractor/Implementer

Casa Aménagement ³⁹

Funder

Ministry of Interior of Morocco

Municipality of Casablanca ³⁸

Consultant/Designer

Lemay ³⁷

The project was initiated by the Municipality of Casablanca and Casablanca Aménagement,²⁹ ³⁰ a public limited-liability company established in October 2008 following the preparation of the “Master Plan for Urban Development (SDAU)” for the Greater Casablanca Region.³¹ The master plan of the promenade was designed by the Canadian consultant firm Lemay.³² The project cost is over $20 million,³³ in addition to the $15 million allocated for the construction of the underground parking.³⁴ The project is primarily funded by the Ministry of the Interior – General Directorate of Local Authorities ($14 million) and the municipality of Casablanca ($6 million).³⁵

Project Link, Endnotes and References

Project Link

https://www.casa-amenagement.ma/en/nos-projets/promenade-maritime-de-la-mosquee-hassan-ii

Endnotes

i More info about the development plan for upgrading the coastline of the Casablanca-Settat region is available at this link: https://www.lavieeco.com/affaires/la-mise-a-niveau-du-littoral-du-grand-casablanca-demarre-en-2015-31438/ (accessed on 26 July 2024).
ii More info about the Master Plan for Urban Development for Greater Casablanca (SDAU) is available at this link: https://www.leconomiste.com/sites/default/files/Sch%C3%A9ma%20directeur%20d’am%C3%A9nagement%20urbain%20du%20Grand%20Casablanca_0.pdf (accessed on 16 July 2024).

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