Discover Qannoubine Valley using ancient trails from Hadath el Jebbeh village. You will enjoy the hospitality of the village authentic Auberge and benefit from the rich information provided by the local guides
Sunday 15 may 2016
9:00: Meeting point in the village square and visit the historical St Daniel church
9:30: Start of hike with local guides
11.00: Break and snack at Saydet el karm
12:00: Lunch break and visit the old Maronite patriarchate Saydet Qannoubine
13:30: End of hike & back to Hadath el Jebbeh by bus
Hike details
Level: Medium
Villages/locations: Hadath el Jebbeh, Qannoubine, Bcharre
Path: Footpath and dirt road
Distance: 12 km
Total ascent: 700m; total descent: 1060m
Trail description and info: Hadath el Jebbeh to Qannoubine
The trail starts from the historical church of St. Daniel in Hadath el Jebbeh and passes by “Ain el Dayaa” located on the main road leading to Bcharre village. From the water spring we will walk down to Qannoubine valley using a dirt road and an ancient footpath. The trail offers many scenic views overlooking Qannoubine valley and Assi el Hadath cave. In the village of Qannoubine we will visit the old school and Saydet el Karm church. The footpath continues to the bottom of the valley where we will cross a Roman bridge and walk upwards to reach the Monastery of our Lady of Qannoubine. The trail ends at the monastery of Mar Lichaa.
What to wear/bring
Hiking boot, hat, wind breaker jacket, comfortable cloths, water, sunglasses, sun screen, backpack, energy bar or dried fruits
Price per person: 10 $
Including: local guides, transportation (if needed)
Transportation from Beirut to Hadath el Jebbeh by your own cars
Group size: 10 to 30 persons
For Info and reservation: ward Sfeir: +961 71 680222
