Hermon MountainThe Hermon Mountain in the Golan Heights is the only place in Israel you can ski. This makes it a pretty cool attraction for Israelis. The derivation of the name Hermon comes from a word that means a “holy place”.
A view of the Hermon. By Or Hiltch. The mountain is actually a group of mountains: partly in Israel and the rest divides between Syria and Lebanon. The highest point of the Israeli Hermon Mount is 2,236 Meters (7,336 Feet), and it is covered with snow during the winter and early spring. The Hermon is mentioned in the Bible and other ancient scriptures. It is mentioned in the book of Enoch as the place in which the sons of the gods will descend to earth to take wives out of the women of the earth (or something on those lines…). The Hermon is also mentioned as the site of the transfiguration of Jesus. 
It may not be Switzerland, but the Hermon in Israel is a pretty good ski resort. Picture by Or Hiltch. For me the Hermon is mainly a beautiful part of the Golan and Israel in general and it stands as a total contrast to the mostly Mediterranean and desert climates in the country. And ye, the ski is awesome – but only in the winter when the resort is open – so make sure it is before you go. 
Neve Ativ is the nearby village that operates the ski resort. It also has nice lodging for the visitors. Return from Hermon Mountain to the Golan Heights page Return to the Home Page |