The Israel National Trail - INT - Hebrew: Shvil Israel, שביל ישראל - is a 940 km long Hiking Trail crossing Israel from north to south.
The Trail is marked through vast landscapes from the Northern border with Lebanon
through the green mountains of the Galilee, the Mediterranean coast line, urban view of Tel Aviv and Jerusalem and the Israeli desert (the Negev) .
The Trail runs through Israeli heritage and history sites as well as sacred sites of Holy Land to all religions (mostly Christianity and Judaism).
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Israel National Trail - General info for the hike |
Author: Nadav Maor
Have you planned to backpack in Europe?.. a trek in Asia?.. an outdoor adventure trip in East?.. Why not hike the Israel Trail?
The Israel Trail is one of the long-distance footpaths in Asia, on the crossroad of Europe, Asia and Africa. The Israel Trail covers many historic sites, archeological and religious sites, scenic points, and some urban areas.
It is a wonderful opportunity to meet friendly people throughout the country of Israel and enjoy the warm Israeli hospitality. In this article you will find general principles to help prepare for the INT...
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Israel National Trail - Getting ready for the hike |
Have thoughts on backpacking in Europe? on a trek in Asia? on a Mediterranean hike? - Backpacking in Israel is a mixture of all! Trekking the Israel Trail is your choice!
There are guidance meetings for trail hikers every two weeks at the SPNI building in Tel Aviv.
At the moment it is held in Hebrew only but you can call the SPNI and ask for information in English and maybe to set up an English meeting...
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Israel National Trail - on the Hike |
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Food.. water.. cheap accommodation .. hiking gear..
It is advised to start the Israel Trail's hike with short hikes (up to 15 km) for the first week and to make your accommodation arrangements ahead.
It is also advised to pack as light as possible: Up to 15kg in the northern and central parts and up to 18 kg for the Israeli desert.
The size of your backpack will have a direct effect on the amount of enjoyment (or suffering) on the INT.
Walking with a Mule on the Israel Trail
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