This trail does not climb to Mount Hermon but goes along it. Once inside the mountain, the footpath will lead to "Foht Hima Hassan" a wide sinkhole. From the sinkhole, follow a dirt road leading towards the Fakiaa region and Khirbet Bou Hadideh. The area is abundant with ancient archeological ruins, scaterred ruins, and military trenches from World War II. The trail ends in Birket el Fakiaa.
This trail can be connected with the Lebanon Mountain Trail section from Rachaya to Hasbaya. This trail can also be extended to reach the village of Tannoura and Ain Hercheh to respectively visit ancient ruins and the Roman Temple of Ain Hercheh.
More information on Boukaat Loubnan Trail website.
Once in Rachaya, visitors can enjoy Rachaya old Souk ornamented with beautiful houses and churches, and the old citadel. If you are a winter lover we highly recommend you to plan a snowshoeing or a back country skiing trip to this area. As mentioned in the trail brief, hikers will cross an area abundant with ancient archeological ruins, scaterred ruins, and military trenches from World War II. Notable features also include Ain Hershe Roman temples and the ancient ruins in Tannoura. With prior organisation, we can lead you to climb Mount Hermon and to reach the highest point located at 2817 m above sea level. Kindly note that these trails request a special permission from the Lebanese Army. Please call Boukaat Loubnan Trails to ensure you have access and arrange you a guided hike.
