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Hiking : הר שמשון

ישראל מחוז ירושלים מועצה אזורית מטה יהודה

This hiking route takes you to the beautiful area of הר שמשון, offering moderate difficulty with a distance of 5.066 kilometers and an elevation gain of 417 meters. Make sure to bring enough water and check the weather forecast before embarking on this adventure.

Starting at the parking area, you will begin your journey towards הר שמשון. Along the way, you will pass by מערת שמשון, a cave entrance located 1.3 kilometers from the start of the trail. Further ahead, at 2.53 kilometers from the start, you will reach the peak of הר שמשון, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

For added information about the area, you can visit קופות שמורת הטבע מערת הנטיפים, an information center and shelter located close to the trail. Additionally, there is a drinking water station located nearby to refill your supplies.

As this route is an out-and-back type, you will retrace your steps back to the starting point, passing by the same points of interest on the way back. Be sure to keep track of your time and pace yourself accordingly.

Enjoy the hike and the scenic views that הר שמשון has to offer!