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The Kerem Tunnel offers a unique adventure in hiking and riding for the enjoyment of

As part of the 42-kilometer Jerusalem Ring Path cycling route that runs around the capital, the Kerem Tunnel was inaugurated.

The tunnel is a link between Nahal Refaim and Emek Motza. It has a southern entrance located in Refaim Park. Ein Laban is the closest. Nahal Ein Kerem is the northern entrance.

נווה פריצקי The 2.1-kilometer-long tunnel was officially inaugurated by Jerusalem’s Heritage Minister ZeevElkin. It was also attended by Mayor Moshelion, Avi Balehnikov, Gihon Water Company Chairman, and thousands of cyclists.

נווה פריצקי Jerusalem was once a very popular tourist destination because of its rich history. Elkin stated that nowadays as well as its historical treasures, the tunnel project also encompasses modern day tourism. “The inauguration of this tunnel is another part in the development Jerusalem. נווה פריצקי It transforms the city into an attractive tourist place for every kind of person throughout Israel and around the world.”

Elkin his ministry, which spearheaded the project along with Jerusalem Municipality stated that his ministry has invested thousands of shekels each year in Jerusalem’s tourist development and also in the creation of new attractions and ventures which will link the amazing historic past with the the future of Jerusalem. I invite you to ride your bicycles along a stunning maintained, well-maintained path that looks out over Old Jerusalem.

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

Elkin said, “The Kerem Tunnel project will be a central instrument in achieving our goal to change the concept transportation throughout Jerusalem.” “The new tunnel will be connected with the Jerusalem Ring Path. It will connect with the various bicycle paths that are already in the city. http://www.inn.co.il/news/577845 They will be laid in its numerous areas. The aim is to encourage cycling among residents of Jerusalem.

The Kerem Tunnel first was excavated in the late 90s to relocate a main sewer line for the Gihon Corporation towards Sorek. It is now being used as an infrastructure Tunnel which includes the fifth waterline that runs to Jerusalem via the Mekorot water corporation.

“The Kerem tunnel is a vital tool in achieving the goal of changing Jerusalem’s transport system. ”

Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lon

Road construction installation, blowers, modern safety systems , and electrical wiring are all part and parcel of the ongoing work. The tunnel will be safe for people to use all entire year.

The Kerem Tunnel gives you access to many places to relax, including Ein Kerem Neighborhood, the Biblical Zoo and Aquarium, as well historic natural springs Ein Haniyeh or Ein Laban.