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The Kerem Tunnel, Israel’s first cycle tunnel, was inaugurated as part of Jerusalem Ring Path. This 42-kilometer cycling route surrounds Jerusalem.

The tunnel connects the path between Nahal Refaim and Emek Motza. Its southern entrance is in Refaim Park, below Ein Laban while the northern entrance is located in Nahal Ein Kerem, about half a mile close to the Kerem junction.

The 2.1-kilometer long tunnel was opened on Thursday, by Jerusalem and heritage minister Ze’ev Elkin as well as Moshe Lion, the Mayor. Moshe Lion. Avi Baleshnikov of Gihon Chairman of Gihon, and hundreds other cyclists were also present.

“In the past, Jerusalem was an attractive city for tourists because of its rich history. Elkin added that in addition to its historical treasures, modern tourism is also integrated into Jerusalem’s city. “The launch of the tunnel is an additional aspect of the development Jerusalem as well as its transformation into a desirable tourist destination for everyone across Israel as well as around the world.

Elkin who, through his ministry and the Jerusalem Municipality led the project, stated that his ministry “invests hundreds to millions of shekels per year in the growth of all aspects Jerusalem’s tourists and in the design and operation of exciting tourist attractions, ventures, and activities that connect the glorious history of Jerusalem to the future”. I would like to invite cyclists to come and enjoy an up-to-date and well-maintained cycling route that offers a view of the unique nature of Old Jerusalem.”

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 work.

Elkin declared that the Kerem Tunnel project was a key tool in realizing the dream of changing the concept for transportation throughout Jerusalem. “The tunnel, which connects with the Jerusalem Ring Path, will join the existing cycle paths within the city, and will be paved within its various areas. It’s designed to encourage bicycle riding within the city’s residents and also to encourage a green transportation revolution in Jerusalem.”

The Kerem Tunnel was originally excavated in the year 1990 to relocate the main sewer of Gihon Corporation towards the Sorek purification facility. This plant is located west of Sorek and is currently used as an infrastructure tunnel.

“The Kerem tunnel project is the central instrument for achieving the dream of changing the concept of transportation throughout Jerusalem. ”

Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Leon

Road construction installation, blowers, advanced safety systems , and electrical wiring are all part of the current construction. The tunnel is safe for the public to use throughout the year.

נווה פריצקי It is also possible to use the Kerem Tunnel to enjoy unique places to relax, such as Ein Kerem, the Biblical zoo, aquarium and the Ein Kerem neighborhood.