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Road Trip Israel – Dead Sea and Vibrant Cities

Haifa – Beauty by the Sea

Start your trip in Israel in the city of Haifa. The city by the sea is considered by many Israelis to be the city of work. Yet Haifa has much more to offer. Especially in the center, with its maze of shops, the Mediterranean charm of the city reveals itself. Stroll along one of the four signposted walking paths. They were specially created by the city administration to show visitors the beauty of Haifa. The cave near the Carmelite monastery Stella Maris is worth a visit. This is where the prophet Elijah is said to have hidden. Consequently, the monastery is also dedicated to the prophets Elijah and Elisha.

Nazareth – witness of Christian history

From Haifa we continue to Nazareth. Jesus spent his youth here, and the archangel Gabriel announced the Savior’s birth to Mary. On the very spot where the Annunciation is said to have taken place stands the largest Christian church in the Middle East. It was built in 1969 and is well worth a visit. Especially the 57 meter high dome is impressive. After the visit, you should simply stroll through the streets of the city and enjoy the oriental flair. After all, Nazareth is the largest Arab city in the country.

Belvoir – The Time of the Crusaders Comes to Life

On goes the journey. Belvoir is the next destination. Here there is a Crusader castle to marvel at. The foundation stone was laid in 1168. Five years later the castle was finished. Not only the fortress, but also the surrounding landscape inspires. The castle is located at an altitude of 312 meters and allows wide views into the surrounding countryside.

Bet She’an – The Entrance to Paradise

The next stop is Bet She’an. The city is already mentioned in the Talmud: “If the Garden of Eden is in Israel, its gate is in Bet She’an.” And indeed, year after year, hundreds of thousands of visitors make their way to verify the truth of this phrase.

Bet She’an has an ancient history. Settled as early as the Neolithic period, it was a major Egyptian city in the years 1500 to 1200 BC. Greeks and Romans also settled here. Finds from different eras can be viewed in the national park. Feel free to take a whole day to do so.

Qumran – Bible Manuscripts and Bathing Fun

A 90-minute drive now takes us to Qumran. This is where the oldest surviving Bible manuscripts were found. Today the scrolls are in the Israel Museum in Jerusalem. At Qumran itself, you can still visit the remains of an ancient estate that was destroyed by the Romans in 68 AD.

You may want to end the road trip with a dip in the Dead Sea. The salt content of this body of water is so high that it is impossible to sink. Comfortably luxuriating in the waters, you can plan the rest of your trip.