Israel · national park
Gan Le’ummi Shimron
Gan Le’ummi Shimron is a national park in Israel, established in 2011, covering 1.9 km² (1 sq mi). It is the #7 largest of Israel's 60 national parks.
- Area
- 1.9 km²
- Established
- 2011
- Nearest airport
- HFA · 21 km
Nearest airports to Gan Le’ummi Shimron
- 1 HFA21 kmstraight line
- 2 TLV84 kmstraight line
- 3 ADJ109 kmstraight line
Amman, JordanMore about Gan Le’ummi Shimron
Gan Le’ummi Shimron is one of 60 national parks in Israel. It covers 1.9 km² (190 ha) — about the size of Monaco, making it the #7 largest national park in Israel (2.8% of the country's national park area).
History and protection
The park was established in 2011, 15 years ago — the first national parks in Israel date back to 1.
Visiting Gan Le’ummi Shimron
The closest airport is Uri Michaeli Haifa International Airport (HFA), about 21 km away — around 27 minutes by car; alternatively Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV, 84 km). Other national parks within reach include Sepphoris (16 km²), Hurvat Amudim (0 km²), Ma'ayan Harod National Park and Mount Carmel National Park — easy to combine on one trip.
Frequently asked questions
How big is Gan Le’ummi Shimron?
When was Gan Le’ummi Shimron established?
What is the nearest airport to Gan Le’ummi Shimron?
Data: Wikidata (CC0), English Wikipedia and Wikimedia Commons.