Deir Ballut

Deir Ballut is a Palestinian village in the Salfit Governorate, located 8 km southwest of Salfit city. It is an agricultural community with a population of about 5,000, known for its olive groves and the remains of a Crusader-era structure (the "deir" or monastery). The climate is Mediterranean: hot, dry summers and cool, rainy winters. Spring is best.

By Plane

Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) is 35 km southwest.

By Car / Road

Deir Ballut is 8 km southwest of Salfit, about 15 minutes by car. Shared taxis from Salfit serve the village.

The village is walkable.

• Deir Ballut ruins — The remains of a Crusader-era structure, possibly a monastery.

• Deir Ballut Mosque — The main mosque.

• Olive groves — The surrounding hills.

• Visit the Crusader ruins — Explore the ancient stone structure.

• Olive harvest (October–November) — The main activity.

• Deir Ballut Café — A simple café. Snacks ₪5–12.

Bottled water (₪2).

Deir Ballut has no tourist accommodation. The nearest hotels are in Salfit (15 min northeast) or Biddya (8 min north).

Olive oil (₪35–50/litre).

• Salfit (8 km, 15 min northeast) — The capital.
• Mas-ha (6 km, 12 min north) — A neighbouring village.
• Sarta (4 km, 8 min east) — A neighbouring village.
• Biddya (5 km, 10 min north) — A larger town.
• Qalqilya (15 km, 20 min northwest) — The Qalqilya Zoo.