Neve ParitzkiJerusalem is the home of the world's first bicycle tunnel in Israel.
The Kerem Tunnel provides a unique riding experience and hiking experience which is enjoyed by all.
The Kerem Tunnel, Israel's newest cycle tunnel, was inaugurated as part of the 42-kilometer cycle route which circles the capital.
The tunnel runs along the Nahal Refaim-Emek Mostza path. It is located in southern Israel in Refaim Park. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6lwMSJfGow Ein Laban is the closest. Nahal Ein Kerem is the northern entrance.
On Thursday, Jerusalem and Heritage Minister Zeev Elkin, Mayor Michael, Avi Baleshnikov, Gihon chairman, and hundreds of cyclists attended a ceremony to officially open the tunnel's 2.1-kilometer-long length.
נווה פריצקי Jerusalem was once very sought-after tourist destination due to its historical past. Elkin added that in addition to its rich history, modern tourism is also included in the Jerusalem city. "The launch (of this tunnel project) is another aspect of the development of Jerusalem as well as it's transformation into a sought-after city to visit for all kinds of audiences in Israel and around the world."
נווה פריצקי Elkin is the project's director. project in conjunction with Jerusalem Municipality said that his ministry invests hundreds of millions in the city's tourism growth and in the creation innovative activities and ventures that tie the rich history of Jerusalem to the future. I invite you to ride your bicycles along a stunning, well-maintained route that overlooks Old Jerusalem.
נווה פריצקי Elkin's Ministry, the Tourism Ministry, Jerusalem Municipality, and the Gihon Corporation all contributed to the project. The Jerusalem Development Authority completed the work.
נווה פריצקי Elkin stressed the fact that "The Kerem Tunnel Project is a central tool to realize the dream to transform the concept of transport throughout Jerusalem." "The new tunnel, which will connect to the lengthy Jerusalem Ring Path, will join the existing bicycle routes in the city as well as the ones that will be laid in its various neighborhoods, with the aim of encouraging cycling among the city's residents as well as its visitors as well as encouraging the green transportation revolution in the capital city."
The Kerem Tunnel first was excavated in the 90s to move an important sewer line for the Gihon Corporation towards Sorek. נווה פריצקי It is currently being used as an infrastructure Tunnel that includes the fifth waterline to Jerusalem from the Mekorot water corporation.
"The Kerem Tunnel Project is an important tool in realizing the vision to change the way transportation is thought of throughout Jerusalem. "
Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lon
Road construction, installation and testing of electrical and safety systems are some of the ongoing projects to ensure the tunnel is safe for all seasons.
Kerem Tunnel Kerem Tunnel provides access to exclusive recreation spots, including Ein Kerem neighbourhood, the Biblical aquarium and zoo as well as the natural springs of historical significance Ein Haniyeh, Ein Laban, and Ein Haniyeh.