

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Ottoman path hike - The silk valley
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 22 Mar, 2026 at 07:15 am – Sun, 22 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm (+02:00)
- **Event Description**: Dear hikers,

This new trail will take us through 6 villages in Baabda &amp; Metn district. Starting from Salima, Arbanieh, Kneyse, Ras el metn, Qsaybeh, Zandouka.

Salima is located on a beautiful mountainous headland, the village of Salima, seat of the Emirs Abillama in 1515, still reflects this predominance thanks to its unique architectural richness and the quality of its heritage.

Arbanieh is a Lebanese Christian village in the caza of Baabda 33 kms away from Beirut and 700m above sea level

Ras el metn is a Lebanese town and municipality in the Baabda District of Mount Lebanon Governorate varying elevation between 800 and 1000 m above sea level. It's known for its panoramic views and pine trees and its location giving a view to the western sections of el-Matn and the Mediterranean Sea.

Our hike starts at an altitude of 800 m above sea level from Salima, a village full of history and tradition passing by the sumptuous Abillama seraglio (serial), the old churches, the fountains and other relics perfectly fit into an exceptional lush pinewood. Taking a downhill through pine and oak trees to a 168 years old, Hamada Silk Factory which was renovated into a Resort and Wellness Centre.
Another path will take us to an old bridge passing by a pine forest.

The first uphill will take us from Arbanieh to St Elias church in Kneyseh village and the second uphill was an Ottoman road for horses and chariots from Kneyse to Ras el metn. 
The last part of the trail between Qsaibeh and Zandouka is considered easy with beautiful landscapes and varieties of trees.

We have 2 options for our hikers, even they can stop in Qsaybeh or they can continue to Zandouka.

N.B.: 
- Date: Sunday March 22, 2026
- All cancellations made Saturday will be requested the full cost of 
  the tour. Thank you for understanding.
- Destination: Salima, Arbanieh, Kneyse, Ras el metn, Qsaybeh, Zandouka.         
- 40 kms away from Beirut
- meeting point in jal dib &amp; downtown Beirut
- Plz don't smoke during the hike
- Jacket and a rain coat is a must
- we can pick up hikers on our way
- Follow the guide instructions

REMARK:
Early reservations is highly recommended by confirming your attendance on the event by calling Daniel on 70-196750 ( whatsapp-viber-sms-messenger ) or through visiting our website www.vincalibanotica.weebly.com and also VINCA LIBANOTICA page, group and instagram.

Meeting points: 

1- @ 7:15 am: jal dib near DHL and Banque Libano Francaise facing the Canadian embassy (we can pick our hikers that live on our way)

2- @ 7:30 am: near Al Amine Mosque downtown Beirut. 

Departure: 7:30 am from Al amine mosque Beirut (plz be on time)
                 : 7:15 am from Jal dib (plz be on time)

Breakfast stops on the road

Hiking distance:
Level 1 - 11 kms to Qsaybeh - level 5 moderate
Level 2 - 14 kms to Zandouka - level 5 moderate

Max min Elevations: 800 m - 600 m

Total hiking duration: 5 hours
Moving time: 4 hours

Required materials: hiking boots, backpack, hat, 3L of water, raincoat, sunglasses, sunscreen, healthy snacks, hiking stick.

Fees: 20 USD (including transportation, guidance, giveaways, but does not include medical insurance)

Group of 6 will benefit from 1 free hiking invitation
Group of 10 will benefit from 2 free hiking invitation

For info and reservation call:
Daniel Salameh 70 196 750

KEEP HIKING, STAY HEALTHY AND THANK YOU FOR NOT SMOKING ON OUR TRIPS
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/jounieh/the-ottoman-path-hike-the-silk-valley/200029843746303
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, trekking, meetups, health-wellness
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 98

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029843746303?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=jounieh-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Jounieh
- **state**: JL
- **country**: Lebanon
- **location**: طريق حاصبياالمتن صاليما, حاصبيا المتن, لبنان
- **lat**: 33.87617
- **long**: 35.71805
- **full address**: طريق حاصبياالمتن صاليما, حاصبيا المتن, لبنان, Jounieh, Lebanon

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Vinca Libanotica (https://allevents.in/org/vinca-libanotica/11397274)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sun, 22 Mar, 2026 at 07:15 am (+02:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** طريق حاصبياالمتن صاليما, حاصبيا المتن, لبنان, Jounieh, Lebanon
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Vinca Libanotica
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** trips-adventures, trekking, meetups, health-wellness
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about The Ottoman path hike - The silk valley ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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