The trail starts from Wade Mdoukha. It follows an uphill footpath for a distance of 2 km to reach Al Kasr, Mdoukha Temple located at the top of a hill separating Mdoukha and Ain Arab villages. From the top, hikers can enjoy the mesmerizing views over Mount Sannine, El Kneisseh, and Al Barouk Mountains. The trail goes down from there towards the bottom of the valley passing by a farm. From that point, hikers climb again to the main road of the village, cross it, and keep climbing through another valley, passing by a small goat farm. The climb continues to a saddle giving views over Tallet Rimane to the right. The hike goes down from that point through Wade el Mal where hikers take the last climb of the day to reach Tallet El Cheikh Faraj. This last climb is worth all the efforts, as hikers will enjoy open sceneries facing Mount Hermon.
More information on Boukaat Loubnan Trail website.
This trail will feature the most unforgettable scenes and views. Notable features include the Mdoukha Roman temple, which dates back to the 2nd and the 3rd century AD, in addition to Ain Arab pressoirs and watermills, and the breathtaking views from the top of Cheikh Faraj. As mentioned in the trail brief, this hike will offer mesmerizing views over Mount Sannine, El Kneisseh, and Al Barouk Mountains. Kindly note that these trails request a special permission from the Lebanese Army. Please call Boukaat Loubnan Trails to ensure you have access and to arrange you a guided hike.
