Trail Brief
The Trail starts from the region of Al Fakiaa Rachaya at the location of Birket el Fakiaa. The trail crosses three towns: Rachaya, Tannoura and Ain Hercheh. It crosses the mountains of Tannoura Ras el Harf to reach the ancient ruins of Al Jawk area. From Al Jawk area, the footpath continues to Nashabet Al Namre to reach the mountains of Ain Hercheh and the Roman Temple of Ain Hercheh. To go back, the trail slopes up from Ain Hercheh towards Mount Hermon, passes through the Mountains of Ain Ata, travels through the Maaswer area, and leads to Wadi Jahlane in Al Fakiaa Rachaya. As hikers walk this trail, they will be rewarded with picturesque views over Mount Hermon. This trail can be connected with the Rachaya Al Fakiaa section and the Lebanon Mountain Trail section from Rachaya to Hasbaya.
Lenght: 8 KM
Duration: 2H 30Min
Grade: Moderate
Style: Loop
Type Terrain: Footpath
Start: Rachaya
End: Rachaya
Nearest Town: rachaya, tannoura, ain hercheh, ain ata
Total Ascent: 361 m
Total Descent: 350 m
Highest Point: 1310 m
Lowest Point: 1096 m
Best Season to Visit:
Winter, Summer, Spring, Autumn
Trail Usage:
Trail Running, Snowshoeing, Hiking
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Mode of accommodation:
Mehde El-Fayek guesthouse: This is the first guesthouse that opened in the region. Mehde, along with his wife and children, prepare your food and manage your stay, ensuring you have everything you need and placing your comfort above anything else. You will feel home as you find yourself surrounded with this much love and generosity.
Al-Kanz Hotel – Rachaya: Al-Kanz Hotel is the only hotel in the region. It offers fresh food and good service.
Haramoun guesthouse: Haramoun guesthouse is a hotel and a lodging located in Daher Ahmar, Rachaya. Staying in any guesthouse is a great chance for hikers to interact with the local villagers and experience first-hand their way of life.
