The Kerem Tunnel allows for a the most unique riding and hiking experience.
The Kerem Tunnel, the first bicycle tunnel in Israel is now open as part of the Jerusalem Ring Path, a 42-kilometer cycle route that circles Jerusalem, the capital city.
It connects Nahal Refaim to Emek Motza. נווה פריצקי The southern entrance is located in Refaim Park, below Ein Laban while the northern entrance is in Nahal Ein Kerem, about one kilometer away close to the Kerem junction.
https://www.news1.co.il/ShowArticles.aspx?docId=459025&subjectId=42&ShowAll=True The opening ceremony of the tunnel that is 2.1 kilometers long took place in Jerusalem and the Heritage Minister Ze'ev Elkin, Mayor Moshelion and Avi Baleshnikov (Gihon water company chairman of the company) along with hundreds of cyclists.
"In the past, Jerusalem was an attractive tourist destination due to its rich past. Elkin explained that the modern tourist industry is a part of Jerusalem's historical treasures and is also a part of modern-day tourism. נווה פריצקי "The launch of the tunnel is another aspect of the growth of Jerusalem as a city. Jerusalem and its transformation into a dazzling city that is attractive to all types of visitors throughout Israel as well as around the world."
Elkin is the project's director. project along with Jerusalem Municipality said that his ministry invests millions of dollars in the development of Jerusalem's tourism and in the creation innovative attractions and ventures that link the glory historical past of Jerusalem to the future. https://www.bhol.co.il/news/1439018 I encourage cyclists to take advantage of a a well-maintained, modern cycle route, which overlooks the stunning scenery of Old Jerusalem.
Elkin's Ministry, Tourism Ministry, Jerusalem Municipality and Gihon Corporation contributed approximately NIS 25 million to the project. https://saloona.co.il/blog/%D7%90%D7%98%D7%A8%D7%A7%D7%A6%D7%99%D7%95%D7%AA-%D7%91%D7%A0%D7%95%D7%95%D7%94-%D7%A4%D7%A8%D7%99%D7%A6%D7%A7%D7%99/ Work was performed by the Jerusalem Development Authority.
Elkin stated that "The Kerem Tunnel Project is a central tool to realize the vision to change the way we think about transportation throughout Jerusalem." "The new tunnel will connect to the Jerusalem Ring Path. It will link to the numerous cycling routes that exist within the city. They will be laid in its various neighborhoods. https://www.news1.co.il/ShowArticles.aspx?docId=156564&subjectId=26&ShowAll=True The objective is to encourage cycling among residents of Jerusalem.
The Kerem Tunnel first was excavated in the 1990s to create an important sewer line for the Gihon Corporation towards Sorek. It is currently used as an infrastructure tunnel which also includes the fifth line of water that runs to Jerusalem via the Mekorot water corporation.
"The Kerem tunnel project is a central tool for realizing the dream of changing the concept of transportation throughout Jerusalem. "
Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lee
The current works include road construction, the installation of blowers as well as modern safety and electrical systems to ensure the tunnel is safe for people to walk through throughout the year.
The Kerem Tunnel provides access to special recreation areas, such as Ein Kerem neighbourhood, the Biblical aquarium and zoo as well as the natural springs of historical significance Ein Haniyeh, Ein Laban, and Ein Haniyeh.