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Neve ParitzkiJerusalem's first cycling tunnel is opened in Israel

The Kerem Tunnel allows for a the most unique riding and hiking experience.
נווה פריצקי The Kerem Tunnel is the first bike tunnel in Israel and was officially opened in the year 2000 as a part of the Jerusalem Ring Path, a 42-kilometer cycling route around Jerusalem, the capital city.

The tunnel links Nahal Refaim with Emek Motza. https://www.themarker.com/labels/2022-09-12/ty-article-labels/00000183-31c8-d6c9-a197-79cd96360000 It has a southern entrance in Refaim Park. נווה פריצקי Ein Laban is the nearest. Nahal Ein Kerem is the northern entrance.

נווה פריצקי The 2.1-kilometer-long tunnel was officially inaugurated by Jerusalem's Heritage Minister Zeev Elkin. נווה פריצקי The ceremony was also attended by Mayor Moshelion, Avi Balehnikov Gihon Water Company chairman, as well as hundreds of cyclists.

Jerusalem was once a sought-after tourist destination due to its rich history. https://www.facebook.com/neveparitzki נווה פריצקי Elkin stated that, in addition to its historic treasures and modern amenities, tourism has also been included in Jerusalem's city. "The launch of the tunnel project is a different element of the progress of Jerusalem as well as its transformation into a desirable tourist destination for all types throughout Israel and the world.

Elkin's ministry, which also in charge of the project together in conjunction with Jerusalem Municipality, said that the ministry "invests hundreds and millions of shekels each year throughout Jerusalem's tourism and in creating new ventures and attractions which connect the glorious historic time of our capital city with the future." I encourage cyclists to come and enjoy a modern and well-maintained cycling route that offers a view of the unique nature of Old Jerusalem."

Elkin's Ministry and the Tourism Ministry budgeted the project.

Elkin said, "The Kerem Tunnel project will be the central tool for achieving our dream to change the concept transportation throughout Jerusalem." "The tunnel, which connects with the Jerusalem Ring Path, will connect the existing cycle routes within the city, as well as those that will be constructed within the different neighborhood. It's designed to encourage cycling among its residents, and promote a green transportation revolution in Jerusalem."

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

"The Kerem tunnel project is the central instrument for achieving the dream of changing the way of transport in Jerusalem. "

Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Leon
Construction of roads, installation, blowers, advanced security systems and electrical wiring are all part of the ongoing work. The tunnel will be safe for people to use all entire year.


Kerem Tunnel 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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