Thursday | June 11

15:00 – Race Kit Pickup & Event Village Opens | Lower Cable Car Station

Meet fellow runners, collect your race kit, and ease into the weekend atmosphere.

Enjoy chill music, wine tastings, and a food area (available for an additional fee), alongside camping options (additional fee), check-in, and time to unwind before the challenge ahead.

18:00 – Sunset Yoga Session

A chance to pause, open the body, take a deep breath, and connect with the mountain’s tranquility before race day.

19:30 – Runner Briefing & Opening Evening

Join a professional race briefing with Yaniv Shoshan, including a course overview, key race information, and everything you need to know before taking on the Hermon Challenge.

Afterward, we will hear the moving personal story of Avi Harosh about his son, Rif z”ל — a story of remembrance, strength, pain, love, and the choice to keep moving forward.

Friday | June 12 | Race Day

05:00 – Race Kit Pickup | Lower Cable Car Station

For participants who have not yet collected their race kit on Thursday.

06:00 – Challenge Course Start

10 km | 986 m elevation gain

For runners who came to truly meet the mountain — steep, demanding, powerful, and unforgettable.

06:15 – Intermediate Course Start

5.5 km | 634 m elevation gain

A beautiful and challenging route, with enough climbing to understand exactly why it’s called the Hermon Challenge.

06:20 – Short / Popular Course Start

2.7 km | 376 m elevation gain

A short, steep, and exciting experience for anyone who wants to enjoy the unique atmosphere and breathtaking scenery of Mount Hermon.

08:30–09:00 – Awards Ceremony | Upper Cable Car Station

We finish together, celebrate achievements, and conclude a morning of effort, stunning views, community spirit, and victories both big and small.

* Free cable car descent for race participants. Family members and supporters may purchase discounted cable car tickets on site.