Metula Jewish & Kosher Guide 2024: Kosher Info in Metula, Israel

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About Metula

Metula is a town in the Northern District of Israel. Metula is located between the sites of the Biblical cities of Dan, Abel Bet Maacah, and Ijon, bordering Lebanon. In modern Israel, Metula is known as a wealthy town popular as a tourist destination, especially for Israeli schoolchildren during summer vacation. Metula lies in the northernmost point of Israel, next to the Lebanese border 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) at 510 m above sea level. Winters are usually cold and wet, with an average annual rainfall of 900 mm, while summers are warm and dry. The river Nahal Ayoun has its sources in Lebanon, about seven kilometers north of Metula. Metula has many hotels and guest houses, some of them in century-old buildings, and charming guest cottages have been built in the courtyards of many of the homes. The moshava’s original stone houses still line the Ha-Rishonim street in downtown Metula, and the Beit ha-Ikar Farmers House Museum depicts the history of the moshava.

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Jewish History, POI & Kosher Establishments in Metula

Traces of ancient settlement have been found here, including wine presses and a mosaic pavement. A tomb excavated in 1967 contained at least four graves dating from between the late third century and the late sixth century. A settlement existed in the area in the Roman-Byzantine era. The Jewish settlement was founded in June 1896 by 60 farming families from more established settlements and 10 families of non-farming professions. Most of the founders were immigrants from Russia. Pioneers (halutzim) from Petah Tikva also joined in settling Metula, as did some scholars from Safed. The municipality governs a land area of 1,000 dunams (1 km²). In September 2003 Metula had a population of 1,400, predominantly Jewish. There is a synagogue in Metula, and there are a few kosher establishments.


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What Is *JOFY?

JOFY, or "Jewish Observant Friendly" Establishments are lodging establishments offering special services for Jewish Observant guests such as Shabbat meals, accommodation on lower floors and regular keys for the rooms. It can also be a NON KOSHER establishment located in walking distance from the local Shul, community or kosher restaurants area.

Please note - *JOFY does NOT mean that KOSHER food is served on the premises!

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