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The West Bekaa region has a rich cultural heritage and history. On your way from the Shouf region to Kefraya, don’t miss Al Shouf Cedar Nature Reserve and the 19th century Beit-Eddine Palace, together with the spectacular view over the Bekaa valley. Château Kefraya offers a guided tour of the estate. The “train” leaves l’Allée du Château and takes you to a tour of the vineyards, until the “observation point” and its panoramic view over the vines.
"Explore the exceptional site of Dahr-el-Moghr and its hypogea or underground tomb, a reminiscence of the Roman presence in the 3rd century A.D. In the museum, discover Château Kefraya’s history, then take a tour of the cellar where you will learn the different steps of wine making before reaching the Treasure Room where Château Kefraya’s most valuable vintages rest, some of them still available for sale at the boutique. Arak lovers will enjoy the Alembic Room where our Arak is distilled exclusively from grapes.
Take a stroll in the winery’s parks, all named after famous opera composers; the perfect venue for weddings and banquets. The domain welcomes you all year long and our team is at your disposal to organize tours and private events.
In the heart of the vineyards, treat yourself to a delicious meal at Le Relais Dionysos and enjoy great vintages at friendly prices. You are then invited to the Dionysos boutique for a wide tasting of our wines. We also propose a rich assortment of wine accessories, in addition to our collection of furniture that gives a second life to oak wine barrels."
Good food is served here, and I couldn’t say the same couple years ago. Expect for it being the same menu as it has been for as long as I can remember, the food has gained a particular class with more flavors to remember! Beautifully presented like they do at gourmet restaurants, served on a black stone board or a square plate, the chicken, the salad, the goat's cheese...
Surrounded by the beautiful vineyards and colors of autumn, I stopped at Kefraya for lunch. Waiters from the area welcome you on the terrace. At Kefraya, you can ask for a wine tour, take the train around the vineyards, buy your stock of wine, have lunch before driving back to Beirut.
I had the anis chicken, a slow cooked leg of chicken carefully cooked keeping its heart tender and juicy and served with a side sauce prepared with Arak and spearmint. On a rectangular blackboard, the piece of chicken, a yellow baked potato and a violet potato, fresh and crunchy pan grilled vegetables. I was coming here with very low expectations but ended up enjoying it to the max! Bravo chef.
The coq au vin is even better, even more enjoyable; you feel the wine, the sauce, the several flavors, a bath of sauce hosting a chicken leg cooked so well that it melts under the teeth. It looks and feels like a pulled chicken with the wine!
I came here with low expectations but left happy and satisfied. It was worth the trip up the mountain with another visit planned already with the family.
