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About this peak
The highest mountain in Israel — a snowy ski-armed sentinel over the Hula valley whose summit ridge looks out to Damascus and the Mediterranean both.
Peak facts
Best season
Year-round (ski season January–March)
Nearest town
Majdal Shams
Getting there
Hermon site cable car from Neve Ativ, or the summit ridge trails; military zones cover parts of the crest.
Geology
Folded Jurassic limestone of the Anti-Lebanon chain.
Summit photo gallery
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Plan your climb
Upper Cable Car Summit Trail
ModerateFrom the top lift station along the summit ridge trails toward the 2,224 m shoulder — snow-covered in winter, wildflowers in spring.