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The story of the first settlement in the Negev in recent times together with a short film. 100 years for the first settlement in the Negev in the First Settlers Site in Kibbutz Ruhama! Ruhama was re-established four times and destroyed three times by natural disasters and by man, and it shall not fall a fourth time!

This information is a recommendation only. Please ride carefully and responsibly. Some routes are for mixed-use of vehicles and cyclists. Riders must adhere to all traffic rules and pay attention to the signage. Difficulty level: easy riding. Route length: 10 km Start and end point: A circular route which starts and ends at LaMedavesh, Be'eri.   Summary of the trip area: Points of interest along the way: The organic jojoba plantation - yielding oil for the cosmetics industry, the KKL-JNF watchtower (to fight bush fires), an ancient flour mill, the British Air Force's ammunition depots, the concrete road from the British era, the old Sulfur Mines, an impressive observation point. During the blooming season, enjoy a ride among the most stunning anemone carpets and many other flowers. Summary of the route: The route is marked only by a sign with a green bicycle drawing. Leave LaMedavesh and continue on the trail southward on a paved road to the observation tower. From there, continue until you reach a concrete road paved by the British, as part of their transportation routes, to the ammunition depots scattered around. On the right are the remains of a flour mill. Continue on the green path northwestward on an old concrete road between the abandoned British ammunition depots. Go uphill northeastward. On your left is a large, impressive Sulfur Mine carved out of yellowish eolianite (sandstone) rocks. Continue on the route to the observatory of old Be'eri and the Ali Al-Muntar ridge. Continue eastward until you return to the paved road where the trail started. Photography credit: Ilan Shaham Map: *The information is taken from the Lamedavesh and Mountain Bike Trails of the KKL-JNF websites

Please ride carefully and responsibly, adhere to all traffic rules and pay attention to signage. Difficulty level: high Route length: 36 km Summary of the route: The explanation is from south to north, but the rider may go in both directions - from Kibbutz Tze'elim to Be'eri or vice versa.. From Tze'elim tower, ride adjacent to Road 222 towards the Tze'elim Junction, turn left to HaBsor Stream and cross to the other side; at the fork, turn left and ride along the banks of the stream and back on track. Around ​​HaBsor Reservoirs, go up a little from the stream for a scenic ride and come back down. A little after Sharuhen Mound, go up from the stream again and enter HaBsor Park (Eshkol). Continue on the British railway bridge and cross the stream. Continue riding along the stream and near the Nirim reservoir, cross Road 232 under the bridge and go to the Gama campsite. Continue down the stream towards Re'im and climb up the red single track toward Be'eri. The route is well-marked with milestones. Points of interest: The Gama Mound, a lake in the reserve forest, Eshkol Park, Sharuhen Mound, the Tubes Bridge, the Suspension Bridge, the water reservoirs and the observation tower. Photography Credit: Technographics Map: *The information is taken from the Lamedavesh and Mountain Bike Trails of the KKL-JNF websites

Kfar Navon - an eco-agri-tourism center located in the Northern Negev Kfar Navon is a hospitality and recreation center offering activities for couples, families and groups. The village features several guesthouses and a khan (inn). The different areas are separated, allowing complete privacy for guests. We offer regular maintenance and maximum comfort. Here you can enjoy refreshing plunge pools, barbecue areas, an orchard and organic vegetable patches, a campfire area, a sandbox for children, a view and open spaces for hikers and cyclists, and charming "recreation and relaxation" areas for sitting and resting. * Meals can be ordered in advance. The village is entirely ecological, with recycling and composting areas, separate pools used for purifying and cleaning gray water, an anaerobic system and a green basin for purifying black water. Hydroponic nursery. Mudhouse. Spice gardens and fruit trees orchard. Moshav Nir Akiva offers soccer and basketball fields, a nice little park with swings and fitness facilities and a synagogue. The Moshav is near the Bet Kama Junction (Road 6) and the Hagadi Junction (Netivot); an hour's drive from the country's center, near Havat Shikmin and the "Bitronot Ruhama" nature reserve. The place is partially accessible for people with disabilities.

Hadkalim Farm camping is open to visitors. There are various options for accommodations: guest rooms, a largeBedouin tent or personal tenting. The clean, fresh air of the Western Negev gives a sense of freedom with every breath, re-charging body and soul with energy. There are several tents of varying sizes (accommodating 12 / 30 / 35 persons). The Bedouin encampment can sleep families with children or groups of travelers. To provide that homey, pleasant feeling, it's always warm inside the tent. In wintertime - the tent also protects against rain and cold, wrapping campers withcozy warmth. In summer visitors can open the tent and gaze at the millions of stars twinkling in the magical desert night sky. The area offers routes along Nahal Gerer and the Western Negev. You may also enjoy many more activities, such as biking tours, a petting zoo, and an aviary. The camping site also serves as a venue for social events, outdoor productions, corporate retreats, fun days, and many diverse activities.

A boutique holiday complex in Moshav Sde Tzvi, connecting nature, simplicity and love. 3 different-sized suites. The guestrooms are made of clay and wood, nestling in a magical location with a sense of 'times gone by.' Each suite has private pools (heated in season). You'll find endless open spaces with cultivated fields, incredible sunsets,a sea breeze, and a 'time stands still' atmosphere. In addition, the complex offers a rural holiday home for small groups (up to 6 persons).

In the heart of the Dubkin family vineyards, in an authentic, rural, special and captivating location, you will find our Meat-Bar food truck, surrounded by lawns, fields, vineyards, open air and good music. Our food truck follows the Farm to Table concept, with meat sourced from the family butchery and plant "Dubkin Brothers," and vegetables, beers and local raw materials produced in the moshav and surrounding area. On the menu you can find: house hamburger, arayes, pulled asado, schnitzel in challah, fries, local salad, malabi, cocktails, beers from the surrounding area and wine from the Negev. * For groups only.

Chocolate Café is back! On October 7th we lost a beloved friend and partner, the late Chocolatier Dvir Karp. For a long time the cafe was closed, and now it has reopened. At "Chocolate Café", you can relax with a light meal, a fruit smoothie and superb coffee. And in the near future, the hope is also to return to serving desserts and of course chocolate, with the goal of being the most similar to the beloved pralines made by Dvir. *Seating is available inside, in an air-conditioned space, and outside, in a roofed balcony. *On the menu (dairy Kosher) - sandwiches, toasts, salad and more. *We can host groups on-site for a light meal (by pre-order only). *The complex is fully accessible and offers a secure space.

The ISIS Brewery The least expected yet most logical place for a brewery with taps dispensing fresh, chilled beers in the heart of the desert. You can also find us in pubs throughout Israel, but there is nothing like fresh, ice-cold draught beer. A boutique brewery in Moshav Dekel, at the edge of the Western Negev. The Beer Garden - Seating areas, refreshments and light snacks to go with the beer. An Outdoor Kitchen - Changing menu. Follow the posts on Facebook. Meat smokers are only active in October and February, or by pre-booking for groups. Tour the brewery - Cooking rooms, cooling and fermentation room. Explanations about the brewing process. Tasting of several types of beer. Refreshments. Open Stage - Live performances and jam sessions, DJ station - currently being updated on the brewery's Facebook page. Fridays - open between 11:00 a.m. and 17:00 p.m. Weekdays - pre-booking. Saturday - closed.