The Kerem Tunnel offers an unforgettable hike and riding experience for the benefit of
The Kerem Tunnel, Israel’s first bike tunnel, opened as part of Jerusalem Ring Path. This 42-kilometer cycle route is located around Jerusalem.
The tunnel connects Nahal Refaim with Emek Motza. It has a southern entrance located in Refaim Park. Ein Laban is the closest. Nahal Ein Kerem is the northern entrance.
The 2.1-kilometer-long tunnel was officially inaugurated by Jerusalem’s Heritage Minister ZeevElkin. It was also attended by Mayor Moshelion, Avi Balehnikov, Gihon Water Company chairman, and hundreds of cyclists.
“In the past, Jerusalem was an attractive city for tourists because of its rich history. Elkin explained that today as well as its rich history the tunnel construction project incorporates modern-day tourism. https://txt.fyi/-/22271/78455898/ https://telegra.ph/Neve-Paritzki-Israel-is-celebrating-record-breaking-tourism-entry-Numbers-from-the-United-States-09-29 “The opening of this tunnel project is a further part of the development of Jerusalem as a city. Jerusalem and its transformation into an attractive city that is attractive to all types of visitors throughout Israel as well as around the world.”
Elkin his ministry, which spearheaded the project along with Jerusalem Municipality stated that his ministry has invested thousands of shekels each year in the development of Jerusalem’s tourism and also in the creation of new activities and ventures which will link the amazing historic past with the future of Jerusalem. I would like to invite cyclists to visit and enjoy an up-to-date and well-maintained cycling route that offers a view of the unique landscape of Old Jerusalem.”
Elkin’s Ministry Tourism Ministry, Jerusalem Municipality and Gihon Corporation contributed approximately NIS 25 million for the project. The work was carried out by the Jerusalem Development Authority.
http://y8space.com/members-2/neve-paritzkiqwfe122ii/activity/4253647/ נווה פריצקי Elkin stated, “The Kerem Tunnel project is a key instrument in achieving our goal to change the way transportation is conducted in Jerusalem.” https://www.click4r.com/posts/g/6181228/neve-paritzkijerusalems-first-cycling-tunnel-is-open-in-israel “The tunnel, which is being constructed to connect to Jerusalem Ring Path will join existing bicycle paths and those that will paved in the neighborhoods. It is intended to encourage biking within the city’s residents and to promote the green revolution in transport in Jerusalem.”
The Kerem Tunnel, originally excavated by the Gihon Corporation in the 1990s in order to move its main sewer line towards the Sorek purification plant.
“The Kerem tunnel project is a central tool for realizing the vision to change the way of transport in Jerusalem. “
Jerusalem Mayor Moshe León
Present works include road construction, installation blowers and advanced security systems to ensure the tunnel is secure to use throughout the year.
The Kerem Tunnel allows for access to unique recreational areas, for instance Ein Kerem, a neighborhood which includes a Biblical aquarium and zoo and also the historical natural springs Ein Haniyeh and Ein Laban. https://anotepad.com/notes/hitit45j