The Kerem Tunnel allows for a the most unique riding and hiking experience.
The Kerem Tunnel is the first bike tunnel to be constructed in Israel and was officially opened in the year 2000 as a part of the Jerusalem Ring Path, a 42-kilometer cycle route that circles the capital.
The tunnel links the paths between Nahal Refaim and Emek Motza. Its southern entrance is located below Ein Laban in Refaim Park. The northern entrance can be located in Nahal Ein Kerem.
נווה פריצקי On Thursday, Jerusalem and Heritage Minister Zeev Elkin, Mayor Moshelion, Avi Baleshnikov, Gihon chairman and hundreds of cyclists participated in a ceremony to inaugurate the tunnel's 2.1-kilometer-long length.
נווה פריצקיhttps://www.makorrishon.co.il/mumlazim/524295/ "In the past, Jerusalem was an attractive tourist city because of its rich history. Elkin added that in addition to its historical treasures, modern tourism is also integrated into the Jerusalem city. "The launch of the tunnel is a further step in the development of Jerusalem as a tourism destination for all kinds of people in Israel as well as around the world."
Elkin who is in charge of the project together with Jerusalem Municipality said that his ministry invests millions of dollars in the development of Jerusalem's tourism and in the creation innovative tourist attractions and ventures that connect the rich history of Jerusalem to its future. I invite all cyclists to come and take a ride along the new, well-maintained and modern route that takes in the view of Old Jerusalem.
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Elkin said that the Kerem Tunnel project is an essential tool for achieving the idea to transform the idea of transport in Jerusalem. נווה פריצקי Elkin said that the new tunnel connects with the Jerusalem Ring Path and will join existing bike paths. The tunnel will also be made paved in its different areas. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6lwMSJfGow This will encourage cycling and promote green transportation in the capital.
In the 90s In the 90s, the Kerem Tunnel was excavated to relocate the main sewer line of Gihon Corporation to the Sorek purification plant. It is currently used for infrastructure purposes and houses the fifth water line which is operated to Jerusalem by the Mekorot water company.
"The Kerem tunnel is a vital tool in achieving the goal of changing Jerusalem's transport system. "
Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Leon
The current works include road construction, the installation of blowers, as well as advanced electrical and safety systems, to ensure the tunnel is safe for people to walk through all year round.
The Kerem Tunnel also allows access to unique recreation sites such as the Ein Kerem neighborhood, the biblical zoo, aquarium and the and the historical natural springs in Ein Laban and Ein Haniyeh.