6,7K 
Away from the main routes (2,7 km one way)
If you have at least two days for Petra have planned and want to go a little off the beaten track, then the High Places of Sacrifice Trail is for you. Coming from the main entrance, it branches off to the left shortly after crossing the Straße der Fassaden. A steep ascent leads to the high place of sacrifice with a great panoramic view of the rock city. A few motivated tourists still find their way here, but most return to the center of Petra the same way. Alternatively, you can follow the path to less touristy areas. A narrow stone staircase finally takes you down to the Wadi Farasa East. The hidden valley awaits with beautiful structures like that Garden temple, the Soldier grave, the colorful Triclinium and the so-called Renaissance tomb to you of you. Above all, you still have space for yourself here and leave the hustle and bustle on the Main Trail. Here you breathe silence, immerse yourself in another time and feel the spirit of Petra.
This path does not have to be taken back. It forms with part of the Main Trail a circular route.
For a longer hike, the Umm Al Biyara Trail connected.
Want to explore more paths through Petra? You can find one here Petra map with hiking trails and tips. There is so much to explore!
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Personal experiences visiting the Nabataean city of Petra in October 2019.
Petra Development and Tourism Region Authority (2019), Archaeological Map of the City of Petra.
Petra Development and Tourism Region Authority (2019), Archaeological Map of the City of Petra.