Neve ParitzkiIsrael's first cycling tunnel opens in Jerusalem
The Kerem Tunnel is a great spot to hike and ride.
The Kerem Tunnel, Israel's newest bicycle tunnel, has been constructed as a part of an extensive cycle path that circles the capital.
The tunnel links Nahal Refaim with Emek Motza. It is located in southern Israel located in Refaim Park. Ein Laban is the nearest. https://www.bhol.co.il/news/1439018 Nahal Ein Kerem is the northern entrance.
The 2.1-kilometer-long tunnel was officially opened by Jerusalem's Heritage Minister ZeevElkin. נווה פריצקי It was also attended by Mayor Moshelion, Avi Balehnikov Gihon Water Company chairman, and many cyclists.
The city's rich history was a reason that it was an extremely popular tourist destination in the past. Elkin declared that, in the present aside from its historic treasures, it is also a destination for modern-day tourists. נווה פריצקי "The launch of the tunnel project is yet another milestone in the advancement of Jerusalem as an ideal tourist destination for all types of travelers in Israel and around the globe."
Elkin, whose ministry was spearheaded the project along with Jerusalem Municipality stated that his ministry has invested thousands of shekels each year in Jerusalem's tourist development and in the development of new ventures and attractions that will connect the magnificent historic past with the the future of Jerusalem. https://www.haaretz.co.il/labels/2022-09-12/ty-article-labels/00000183-31c4-dc67-addb-79d7ffad0000 I invite you to ride your bicycles along a stunning, well-maintained route that overlooks Old Jerusalem.
A total of NIS 25 million was invested in the project, financed by the Elkin's Ministry The Tourism Ministry, the Jerusalem Municipality, the Gihon Corporation and the Jerusalem Purification and Sewerage Works, with the work carried out by the Jerusalem Development Authority.
Elkin stated that the Kerem Tunnel project was a crucial element in achieving the goal of altering the way of transportation in Jerusalem. "The tunnel, which will connect with the Jerusalem Ring Path, will connect with existing cycle paths within the city, and are being constructed in its different areas. The tunnel is intended to encourage bicycle riding among its residents, and also to encourage an environmentally sustainable transportation system in Jerusalem."
The Kerem Tunnel was originally excavated in 1990 in order to transfer the main sewer of Gihon Corporation towards the Sorek purification facility. https://www.facebook.com/neveparitzki The plant is located west of Sorek and is currently used as an infrastructure tunnel.
"The Kerem Tunnel Project is essential to realize the goal to change the way transportation is thought of across Jerusalem. "
Jerusalem Mayor Moshe León
Construction of roads installation, blowers, advanced safety systems , and electrical wiring are all part and parcel of the current work. The tunnel is safe for the people to use all year.
The Kerem Tunnel gives you access to a variety of places to relax, including Ein Kerem Neighborhood, the Biblical Zoo and Aquarium and also historic natural springs Ein Haniyeh or Ein Laban. נווה פריצקי