Neve ParitzkiJerusalem is the site of the world's first bicycle tunnel in Israel.
The Kerem Tunnel is a great location to go on a hike or ride.
The Kerem Tunnel, Israel's first cycle tunnel, was inaugurated as part of Jerusalem Ring Path. This 42-kilometer cycle route is located around Jerusalem.
The tunnel runs along the Nahal Refaim-Emek Motza route. It is located in southern Israel located in Refaim Park. Ein Laban is the nearest. Nahal Ein Kerem is the northern entrance.
The 2.1-kilometer-long tunnel was officially inaugurated by Jerusalem's Heritage Minister ZeevElkin. The ceremony was also attended by Mayor Moshelion, Avi Balehnikov, Gihon Water Company chairman, and hundreds of cyclists.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IARj0i5sZlw "In the past, Jerusalem was an attractive tourist city due to its glorious past. Elkin stated that, in addition to its rich history and modern amenities, tourism has also been incorporated into the city of Jerusalem. "The launch (of [this] tunnel project is a further step in the development of Jerusalem as well as its transformation into a desirable city to visit for all kinds of visitors throughout Israel as well as around the world."
Elkin, whose ministry was in charge of the project with Jerusalem Municipality stated that his ministry has invested hundreds of millions of shekels annually in Jerusalem's tourist development as well as in creating new attractions and ventures that connect the stunning historical past with the exciting the future of Jerusalem. נווה פריצקי I encourage cyclists to come and enjoy the modern and well-maintained cycle route that offers a view of the unique scenery of Old Jerusalem."
Elkin's Ministry and the Tourism Ministry budgeted the project.
נווה פריצקי Elkin stated that the Kerem Tunnel project was a crucial element in achieving the dream of shifting the idea of transportation in Jerusalem. "The new tunnel will be connected to the Jerusalem Ring Path. https://www.themarker.com/labels/2022-09-12/ty-article-labels/00000183-31c8-d6c9-a197-79cd96360000 It will connect with the various cycling routes that exist within the city. The paths will be paved in its numerous neighborhoods. The objective is to encourage cyclists in the city.
The Kerem Tunnel, originally excavated by the Gihon Corporation in the 1990s in order to move the main sewer line toward the Sorek purification plant.
"The Kerem Tunnel Project is essential to realize the dream of transforming the concept of transportation all over Jerusalem. "
Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lon
To make the tunnel usable to the public all year round the work includes road construction as well as the installation of blowers.
Kerem Tunnel Kerem Tunnel allows for access to exclusive recreation areas like Ein Kerem, a neighborhood that includes a biblical zoo and aquarium and also the ancient natural springs Ein Haniyeh and Ein Laban.