Har Avital v'Har Bental Nature Reserve

Har Avital v'Har Bental Nature Reserve is located in the Golan Heights and protects two distinct volcanic landscapes. The reserve spans two prominent peaks with forested slopes and lava fields that dominate the local terrain.

The area shows traces of different historical uses, including religious and military significance across the decades. This layered past reflects how the heights have served various purposes throughout recent regional history.

Jewish communities have shaped this region through settlement and cultivation of the land over many generations. The landscape reflects the deep connections people have developed with this mountain territory.

You can reach the reserve via Route 9981 near Kibbutz Merom Golan, where a visitor center offers basic information in multiple languages. It is best explored on foot with sturdy shoes and drinking water in hand.

Coffee Anan Café sits atop Mount Bental as Israel's highest café, offering views across into neighboring countries. Few visitors expect to find such a welcoming spot at this remote elevation.