3,088 m
Elevation
2,088 m
Prominence
34.2500°, 36.0833°
Coordinates
Unknown — pre-modern era
First Ascent
About Qurnat as Sawda'
The highest peak in Lebanon, in the northern Mount Lebanon range. The area receives heavy snowfall and hosts Lebanon's ski resorts. Name means 'black horn'.
Climbing Qurnat as Sawda': route, season and difficulty
- How long it takes
- 8–14 hours round trip, or two days using a mountain hut
- Do you need a guide?
- Not required if you are comfortable with exposed scrambling and mountain navigation, but a guide is a good call in poor visibility or early season.
- Best season
- Usually May to October (July–September for the high routes).
- Terrain & gear
- Steep trails with scrambling, loose rock or short exposed sections. Helmet, sturdy boots, wind and rain shell, headtorch, and a via-ferrata set if the route is cabled.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the highest mountain in Lebanon?
The highest mountain in Lebanon is Qurnat as Sawda', at 3,088 meters above sea level.
How long does it take to climb Qurnat as Sawda'?
Allow 8–14 hours round trip, or two days using a mountain hut. Times vary with fitness, conditions and which trailhead you start from.
Can you climb Qurnat as Sawda' without a guide?
Not required if you are comfortable with exposed scrambling and mountain navigation, but a guide is a good call in poor visibility or early season.
When is the best time to climb Qurnat as Sawda'?
The usual season is May to October (July–September for the high routes). Outside that window expect snow, storms or closed access.
What gear do you need for Qurnat as Sawda'?
Helmet, sturdy boots, wind and rain shell, headtorch, and a via-ferrata set if the route is cabled.
How high is Qurnat as Sawda'?
Qurnat as Sawda' stands at 3,088 meters (10,131 feet).
Where is Qurnat as Sawda' located?
Qurnat as Sawda' is located in Lebanon, within the Mount Lebanon Range.
Has Martin climbed Qurnat as Sawda'?
Not yet — Qurnat as Sawda' is still on Martin's list of remaining country highpoints.