After nearly two years during which Mount Hermon was declared a closed military zone and hosted large numbers of soldiers and forces, the site is returning to normal. At 2,040 meters above sea level, the highest point in Israel offers a real escape from the scorching summer.
“This is the time to head north to Mount Hermon and support northern tourism, which has taken hard hits over the past two years,” says Rafael Naveh, CEO of the Hermon site. “The Hermon summit may be the only place where you can truly breathe during the Israeli summer.”
The reality at the summit is completely different from the center and south of the country. While the sun scorches in Tel Aviv, temperatures on the Hermon are significantly lower, and the air is cool and crisp. As the site explains: “Summer has arrived, but at the Hermon summit the weather looks like summer and often feels like autumn.”
Back to Summer Routine
This summer, the site opened in full capacity, with a new cable car featuring 42 gondolas that takes visitors to the upper level. From there, guided tours begin, combining nature, heritage, and geopolitics — perfect for those wanting to understand Israel’s most strategic location.
The leisure facilities are back in full operation: Extreme sleds and the “Sky Rider,” a suspended roller-coaster-style ride 12 meters above ground. The big news this year is the addition of summer tubing on the slope and karting with three-wheeled vehicles for ages 15 and up.
For children, there are free juggling and bubble workshops, as well as creative and nature activities. The guided tours, lasting about an hour and a half, are also free of charge but require advance registration.
Entrance to the site itself is free, and attraction prices start at NIS 45.
The site is open from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with vehicle entry permitted until 3:00 PM.