Winter is a magical time… There’s a lot of activities we only get to do during this time of the year in Lebanon, so when winter comes along, we take advantage of it.
We brought you a list of the best activities you and your friends can do this season in Lebanon. This way, you can make sure that you didn’t miss a thing!
#1 Enjoy the Christmas events and decoration
During winter, Lebanon will be all sparkling and colorful with Christmas decorations. From the huge Christmas tree in Ashrafieh, Jbeil and downtown’s decoration, to the various Christmas events all over the country.
Even a trip in the car can be fun and jolly during this time of the year. Never a dull moment!
#2 Go skiing
Skiing is what makes winter a magical season in Lebanon! Mzaar Ski Resort, Teleski Des Cedars Bsharri, Zaarour Club, Qanat Bakish, Faraya, etc are all waiting for you to take advantage of the snow! Enjoy the various winter activities from sledding, skiing, snowboarding, even building a snowman.
#3 Visit Lebanon’s most famous wineries
Snow and wine… the perfect combo! Lucky for you Lebanon is a country where snow is heavy and wineries are many. Here’s a list of 20 wineries you should visit in Lebanon. especially if you are a true wine lover!
#4 Dinner by a fireplace in special places
Dinner by a fireplace is just heaven when it’s cold outside. Ô Bois, Locanda Corsini, The Peninsula, Lola, Al Erzel, Al Innab, are all places where you can enjoy delicious food in a warm atmosphere.
#5 Have tea or hot chocolate in one of Lebanon’s charming cafes
And for when you’re not in the mood for food, what’s better than hot coffee, hot tea, or hot chocolate in a cozy cafe… cause Lebanon is full of them! Visit Agonist Coffee Shop, Unicorn Coffee Shop, Lina’s, Cafe Younes, or any other warm place for the best wintery experience!
#6 Your one winter destination: Faraya
When you think winter in Lebanon, you think Faraya. The restaurants, the chalets, the resorts, the snow… Faraya is all made for you to have the best winter and snow activities and experiences. Even a visit and a road trip could make a day to remember.
#7 Head to the mountains
Head to any Lebanese village during winter to enjoy the white mountains, streets, and rooftops. Have a road trip to remember and visit Kobayat, Bcharri, Zahle, Laqlouq, or any other special Lebanese town where there’s a lot of snow and friendly people.
#8 Find a winter getaway
There’s a lot of places you can go in Lebanon where you can spend a couple of days away from the hustle, just surrounded by peaceful white nature and amazing views. Check out these 10 amazing winter getaways in Lebanon.
#9 Get to see Lebanon in its winter atmosphere from up above
The Cable Car from the Jounieh coast to Harissa is always a good idea… any time of the year. It is inspiring and magical… you are guaranteed to have butterflies!
#10 Cheese and wine!
There are a lot of places where you can chill and have a cozy cheese and wine night. Bar Jamon Beirut, L’appartement Beirut, L’osteria Beirut, etc. OR… you can always have a classical Lebanese Kastana (Chestnut) and Shay (tea) night at home.
#11 Practice your favorite hobby
Get your camera ready and prepare to take some breathtaking photos in this winter wonderland. Lebanon has some of the best natural scenes in the world, so when it’s all covered in white, it is really photoshoot material.
So head for these high mountains and make the most out of the snow!
#12 Go Snowshoeing
You can go snowshoeing in any nature reserve in Lebanon as well as Qurnet El Sawda, the highest summit in the Middle East. Also, Ehmej has snowshoeing trails. Here’s a list of mountains where you can enjoy this activity in Lebanon.
#13 Visit farmers market
Take a walk down the farmers market in Hadath, Lebanon, open every Wednesday from 09:00 am until 09:00 pm, Dec 13 2020 to Dec 29 2021. Another market is in Badaro, open every Sunday from 09:00 am until 02:00 pm, Dec 13 2020 to Dec 27 2020.
#14 Enjoy the Art Exhibitions
Revival, An Art Exhibition by Tom Young in Hammam Al-Jadid Saida,
