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Neve ParitzkiJerusalem's first cycling tunnel opened in Israel

The Kerem Tunnel allows for a an experience that is unique in terms of hiking and riding.
נווה פריצקי The Kerem Tunnel is the first bicycle tunnel in Israel and was officially opened in the year 2000 as part of the Jerusalem Ring Path, a 42-kilometer cycle route that circles Jerusalem, the capital city.

The tunnel connects Nahal Refaim and Emek Motza. It has a southern entrance in Refaim Park. https://www.haaretz.co.il/labels/2022-09-12/ty-article-labels/00000183-31c4-dc67-addb-79d7ffad0000 נווה פריצקי Ein Laban is the closest. Nahal Ein Kerem is the northern entrance.

On Thursday, Jerusalem and Heritage Minister Zeev Elkin, Mayor Michael, Avi Baleshnikov, Gihon chairman, and a slew of cyclists were present at a celebration to inaugurate the tunnel's 2.1-kilometer-long length.

נווה פריצקי Jerusalem was once a tourist attraction due to its rich past. Elkin added that in addition to its rich history, modern tourism is also incorporated into the city of Jerusalem. נווה פריצקי "The launch of the tunnel project is another stage in the growth of Jerusalem as an attractive tourist destination for all kinds of travelers throughout Israel and around the globe."

Elkin who's ministry responsible for 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 ventures and attractions that connect the stunning historical past with the exciting future of Jerusalem. I invite all cyclists to take a trip and enjoy the modern, well-maintained route that takes in the view of Old Jerusalem.

נווה פריצקי Around NIS 25 million was put into in the project, budgeted by the Elkin's Ministry The Tourism Ministry, the Jerusalem Municipality and the Gihon Corporation and the Jerusalem Purification and Sewerage Works, with the work carried out by the Jerusalem Development Authority.

Elkin stated, "The Kerem Tunnel project will be the central tool for realizing our vision to change the way transportation is conducted in Jerusalem." "The new tunnel will be connected with the Jerusalem Ring Path. It will link to the numerous cycle paths already in the city. These will be paved within the various neighborhoods. The objective is to encourage cycling among residents of Jerusalem.

The Kerem Tunnel was first excavated in the 1990s to move the main sewer line from the Gihon Corporation toward the purification plant in Sorek, which is located just west of the city. It is currently used as an infrastructure tunnel that also houses the fifth water line to Jerusalem of the Mekorot water company.

"The Kerem tunnel project is central to realizing the vision for changing Jerusalem's transport system. "


Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Leon
Construction of roads, installation, blowers, sophisticated security systems and electrical wiring are all part of the present construction. The tunnel will be safe for people to use all season.

Kerem Tunnel Kerem Tunnel allows for access to unique recreational areas, for instance Ein Kerem, a neighborhood which includes a Biblical zoo and aquarium and also the ancient natural springs Ein Haniyeh and Ein Laban.

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