Wadi El Salib – The Golden Valley
WADI EL SALIB – KFARDEBIAN –NATURAL STONE BRIDGE – RUINS – FAQRA
It’s Autumn time!! and what better time to go 
hiking, and explore Lebanon’s amazing⛰ mountains and valleys, golden 
flowery scenery, sparkling lakes, hidden pools & giant 
waterfall, 
rivers, wooden & stone bridges, 
ruins, ancient water mills, cliffs, rock formations & beautiful 
sceneries make the trail one of the best in 
Lebanon, especially during this season. It’s wonderful!!!
HIKE LOCATION:
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Kfardebian – Faqra / Keserwan/ Mont Lebanon
650 – 1700 meters above sea level.
46 km from Beirut.
WHEN: Sunday, Nov 29, 2026
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ENCOUNTER PLACE:
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Mar Maroun Church Parking, Dora @ 7:30 AM
Driving directions to Mar Maroun https://dalecorazon.com/contact/
Or Martyrs Square at Al-Nahar Bldg., Beirut Downtown @ 7:10 AM
FEES:
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29 $ including 
transport (comfortable air-conditioned Pullman), professional guides, coffee, 5 minutes of warming up, stretching, and pictures.
25 old and younger will have a discount of 20%. (25$/person)
Every 4 coupons can be exchanged for a free hiking trip.
Optional transportation by your own 
vehicles 15 $/person
DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT:
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We have always cherished our mother nature and spent most of our free time hiking in our mountains and natural reserves. This time we will take the bus to Kfardebian: ‘’ the village of all seasons’’ where our event will take place.
The name of Kfardebian originates from the Semitic language and perhaps descended from the Syriac, which gives it the meaning of “The Village of Deers”. It played a special role in the modern era, for it became the center of the High Mountains Area in the ‘’Moutasarifiya’’ era (1860-1914).
This village is well known for Faqra ruins, the traditional Lebanese houses, the old and new bridges, and the remaining mills in the Valley of the Cross. They are best proofs of the importance of the village, its rich historical originality which make it an imminent destination.
HIKING LEVEL. 1 to 3 for easy, 4 to 6 for intermediate, 7 to 9 for strenuous
Our hike will be divided into 3 levels:
Level 3 (3 Km approx.); First will visit at Faqra the wonderful old natural bridge of rocks carved by water millions of years ago, then will visit The Tower of Claudius and the Altar. Later by bus will go to Wadi El-Salib.
Level 4 (8 Km approx.); the walk is moderate and the trail (Wadi el Salib) in general, is descendant. It will lead us to a wonderful old bridge of rocks. There, you can take as many photos as you desire but don’t consume all your memory cards capacity because you will definitely take more photos a few meters later. The second part of the trail is open to the sunlight therefore, keep your sunglasses and hats on.
Level 5 is the summary of both trails around 12 Km
WHAT TO TAKE:
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Healthy snacks that will boost up your energy such as dried fruits, lunch, water, cap, sunglasses and sunscreen. Wear comfortable walking shoes (A professional brand is recommended) and don’t forget to get a light jacket. DC members get a 20% discount on sports equipment in Sports 4 Ever branches.
==There will be a breakfast stop along the way==
FOR RESERVATION AND INFO:
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+961 03 422 493