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Deïr el Ahmar

Baalbek-Hermel Governorate, Lebanon · Asia

About Deïr el Ahmar

Deïr el Ahmar works well as a base: 15 minutes from Aïnâta, 15km from Cedars of God.

Deïr el Ahmar is a town located in Baalbek-Hermel Governorate, Lebanon. With a population of 5,947, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Deïr el Ahmar sits in Lebanon. It's in the Asia/Beirut time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Deïr el Ahmar to your route.

About Deïr el Ahmar

Maronite Catholic Eparchy of Baalbek-Deir El Ahmar (in Latin: Eparchia Helipolitana-Rubrimonasteriensis Maronitarum) is an eparchy of the Maronite Church located in Deir El Ahmar, Lebanon. In 2012 there were 45,000 baptized. It is currently governed by Eparch Hanna Rahmé, OLM.

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Where is Deïr el Ahmar located?

Deïr el Ahmar is located in Baalbek-Hermel Governorate, Lebanon, Asia. The coordinates are 34.1253 latitude, 36.1311 longitude.

What is the population of Deïr el Ahmar?

Deïr el Ahmar has a population of approximately 5,947 people, making it a town in Lebanon.

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Quick Information

Population
5,947
Continent
Asia
Country
Lebanon
Region
Baalbek-Hermel Governorate
Timezone
Asia/Beirut
Coordinates
34.1253, 36.1311

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Worth the detour from Deïr el Ahmar

7 notable places within an hour's drive.

ancient ruins

Baalbek

Home to some of the largest and best-preserved Roman temple ruins in the world, including the colossal Temple of Jupiter with its iconic six standing columns.

15 km · about 30 min drive

natural wonder

Cedars of God

A UNESCO grove of the ancient Lebanon cedars that once covered Mount Lebanon, some trees over 1,000 years old and symbols of the nation.

15 km · about 30 min drive

natural wonder

Qadisha Valley (Holy Valley)

A UNESCO deep gorge that sheltered persecuted Christian monastic communities for centuries, with ancient cave monasteries clinging to sheer cliff walls.

16 km · about 30 min drive

waterfall

Baatara Gorge Waterfall

A meltwater cascade drops roughly 90m past three stacked natural limestone bridges into a 240m chasm near Tannourine. The bridges are the reason to come, and the falls only run in spring.

25 km · about 30 min drive

ancient ruins

Byblos (Jbeil)

One of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world with Phoenician temples, a Crusader castle, and a charming ancient harbor.

44 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

Batroun

An ancient Phoenician coastal town with a natural sea wall, medieval churches, and a vibrant nightlife scene in a charming old quarter.

46 km · about 55 min drive

natural wonder

Jeita Grotto

A spectacular system of two interconnected limestone caves with the world's longest stalactite, explored by foot and underground boat.

50 km · about 55 min drive

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Deïr el Ahmar.

Aïnâta

🇱🇧 Lebanon

8 km awayPop. 3,000

Chaat

🇱🇧 Lebanon

9 km awayPop. 6,322

Boudaï

🇱🇧 Lebanon

10 km awayPop. 8,000

Baalbek

🇱🇧 Lebanon

16 km awayPop. 30,916

Bsharri

🇱🇧 Lebanon

18 km awayPop. 20,000

Chmistâr

🇱🇧 Lebanon

21 km awayPop. 30,000

Brîtel

🇱🇧 Lebanon

21 km awayPop. 4,224

Aarsâl

🇱🇧 Lebanon

27 km awayPop. 50,000

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