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Neve ParitzkiJerusalem: Israel's First Cycling Tunnel opens

The Kerem Tunnel provides a unique riding experience and hiking experience that should be loved by everyone.
The Kerem Tunnel, Israel's first cycle tunnel, was inaugurated as part of the Jerusalem Ring Path. This 42-kilometer cycling route surrounds Jerusalem.

https://www.israelhayom.co.il/mumlazim/article/13057097 It links Nahal Refaim to Emek Motza. The southern entrance of the tunnel is beneath Ein Laban in Refaim Park. The northern entrance is found in Nahal Ein Kerem.

The 2.1-kilometer long tunnel was inaugurated on Thursday, by Jerusalem and heritage minister Ze'ev Elkin as well as Mayor Moshe Lion. Avi Baleshnikov of Gihon Chairman of Gihon, and hundreds other cyclists were also present.

Jerusalem was a sought-after tourist destination due to its rich and fascinating historical. Elkin said that the present tourism industry is one of Jerusalem's historic treasures and incorporates modern day tourism. נווה פריצקי "The launch of the tunnel project [is] another part in the development Jerusalem. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6lwMSJfGow It makes Jerusalem an attractive tourist place for any kind of crowd within Israel, and worldwide."

https://www.news1.co.il/ShowArticles.aspx?docId=156564&subjectId=26&ShowAll=True 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 glorious past of Jerusalem to the future. I invite cyclists to enjoy the modern, well-maintained cycling route overlooking the unique scenery of Old Jerusalem.

Elkin's Ministry Elkin's Ministry Tourism Ministry, Jerusalem Municipality and the Gihon Corporation all contributed to the project. The Jerusalem Development Authority completed the work.

Elkin said that the Kerem Tunnel project is an important tool in realizing the idea to change the way of thinking and transportation throughout Jerusalem. "The new tunnel, which will connect with the Jerusalem Ring Path, will connect the existing cycle routes within the city, as well as the ones that will be constructed within the different neighborhoods. It's designed to encourage bicycling within the city's residents and promote an environmentally sustainable transportation system in Jerusalem."

The Kerem Tunnel, originally excavated by the Gihon Corporation in the 1990s in order to transfer the main sewer line toward Sorek's purification plant.

"The Kerem tunnel is a vital tool in achieving the dream of transforming Jerusalem's transport system. "

Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Leon
The works currently underway include road construction, the installation of blowers and advanced electrical and safety systems, to make the tunnel safe for people to walk through all year round.


The Kerem Tunnel provides access to exclusive recreation spots, including Ein Kerem neighbourhood, the biblical aquarium and zoo , as well the historic natural springs Ein Haniyeh, Ein Laban, and Ein Haniyeh.

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