Neot Kedumim Park
Biblical landscape reserve recreating ancient Judean flora
Neot Kedumim, a Biblical landscape reserve near Modi'in, recreates ancient plantings and agricultural practices from the Hebrew Bible; visitors join guided walks, see orchards and terraces and attend workshops on traditional crops.
Neot Kedumim at a Glance#
Address: Neot Kedumim, Route 443, near Modi’in, Israel
Website: https://www.neot-kedumim.org.il/en/
Hours: Sun-Thu 9:00am-5:00pm, Fri 9:00am-3:00pm, Sat closed
Admission: ILS 25-35 (adult), discounts for students and seniors; children often reduced
About Neot Kedumim#
Neot Kedumim is a Biblical landscape reserve in Israel’s Central District, located between Jerusalem and Tel Aviv near Modi’in. It is set up as a living museum that recreates the flora, orchards and agricultural settings described in the Hebrew Bible.
The site presents themed gardens, orchards, groves and demonstration plots laid out to illustrate ancient crops, herbs and traditional planting arrangements. Visitors can follow trails and participate in educational programs that explain ancient agricultural practices and the uses of biblical plants.
The reserve was developed in the 20th century to preserve and demonstrate species and landscapes mentioned in biblical texts and to offer educational programming. It has been managed as a public site for study and visitation since its creation.
Geographically the reserve sits in the foothills between the coastal plain and Judean hills, near the town of Modi’in in Israel’s Central District. It is reachable from both Jerusalem and Tel Aviv by road and sits on gently rolling countryside rather than in mountainous terrain.
- Programs: Guided walks, workshops and hands-on demonstrations focus on plants, ancient agricultural techniques and seasonal cycles rather than carved artifacts.
- Best time to visit: Spring and autumn offer the most comfortable temperatures and active plantings for viewing flowering and fruiting species.
How to Get to Neot Kedumim#
Neot Kedumim is located off Route 443 between Modi’in and Ben Shemen. From Modi’in it’s a 15-20 minute drive; parking is available. Public buses run to Modi’in, from where a taxi is recommended.
Tips for Visiting Neot Kedumim#
- Visit the orchard and biblical plant gardens-labels show the Hebrew name and scriptural citations.
- Attend a guided walk if available; the staff explain which species are closest to the plants mentioned in biblical texts.
- Combine with a visit to nearby Modi'in or Ben Shemen Forest for a longer day trip.
Best Time to Visit Neot Kedumim#
Spring and autumn are ideal for walking the open-air biblical gardens; summers can be hot and winter rains muddy the trails.
Weather & Climate near Neot Kedumim#
Neot Kedumim's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 7°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (522 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 7° - 16° | 11° | 133 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 2.7 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.2h |
| February | Good | 7° - 17° | 12° | 92 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.8 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Very Good | 9° - 19° | 14° | 67 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 3.1 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.9h |
| April | Excellent | 12° - 23° | 18° | 20 mm | partly cloudy | 65% | 2.9 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.8h |
| May | Ideal | 15° - 27° | 21° | 3 mm | some cloud | 61% | 3.1 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.6h |
| June | Ideal | 18° - 29° | 24° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 62% | 3.7 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 14.0h |
| July | Ideal | 20° - 30° | 25° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 63% | 3.5 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.8h |
| August | Ideal | 21° - 31° | 26° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 65% | 3.4 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.1h |
| September | Ideal | 19° - 29° | 24° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 65% | 3.0 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 17° - 27° | 22° | 17 mm | some cloud | 65% | 2.6 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.3h |
| November | Very Good | 12° - 22° | 17° | 70 mm | some cloud | 64% | 2.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
| December | Good | 8° - 18° | 13° | 120 mm | some cloud | 70% | 2.5 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.0h |
