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Hiking : מצפה גלעד

Israel Jerusalem District Jerusalem

Joshua Robbin Marks

Joshua Robbin Marks

This hiking route takes you through a beautiful area with stunning viewpoints and historic sites. The trail is marked as 'Easy' in difficulty, with a total distance of 2.581 kilometers and an elevation gain of 66 meters. It is estimated to take around 45 minutes to complete.

Starting at the parking area, you will come across several points of interest along the way. Just 0.03 kilometers from the start, you'll find a picnic site and a drinking water spot. Further along, at 0.37 kilometers into the hike, there is another drinking water station.

As you continue on the trail, at the 0.53 kilometer mark, you will encounter another picnic site. At 0.95 kilometers, you will reach a scenic archaeological site called "גת." Nearby, there are ruins known as "אבן גבול" dating back to historic times.

At around 1.27 kilometers into the hike, you will find a popular tourist attraction called "גשרים תלויים" and a viewpoint called "מצפה גלעד" offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

Remember to bring plenty of water, especially on hot days, and check the weather forecast before setting out. Enjoy the hike and take in the beauty of the area!