Neve Paritzki The first cycle tunnel in Israel is inaugurated in Jerusalem

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The Kerem Tunnel allows for a unique hiking and riding experience.

The Kerem Tunnel, Israel's newest cycle tunnel, is opened as part a 42-kilometer cycle route that circles the capital.

נווה פריצקי The tunnel is a link between Nahal Refaim and Emek Motza. Its southern entrance is in Refaim Park, below Ein Laban while the northern entrance is in Nahal Ein Kerem, about one kilometer away from the Kerem junction.

The 2.1-kilometer long tunnel was inaugurated on Thursday, by Jerusalem and heritage minister Ze'evElkin and Moshe Lion, the Mayor. Moshe Lion. Avi Baleshnikov of Gihon the chairman of Gihon as well as a multitude of cyclists were also in attendance.



Jerusalem was once a popular tourist attraction because of its rich history. Elkin said that today aside from its rich history, Jerusalem also incorporates modern tourists. "The inauguration[of] the tunnel is an additional aspect of the development Jerusalem as well as its transformation to an attractive tourist destination for all types across Israel and the world.

Elkin who's ministry responsible for the project, along with Jerusalem Municipality stated that his ministry had invested thousands of shekels each year in the city's tourism development and also in the creation of new ventures and attractions that will connect the magnificent historic past with the future of Jerusalem. I encourage cyclists to take advantage of a the modern, well-maintained cycling route that overlooks the distinctive landscape of Old Jerusalem.

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

Elkin said the fact that "The Kerem Tunnel Project is a central tool to realize the goal to change the way we think about transport in Jerusalem." "The tunnel, which is being constructed to connect to Jerusalem Ring Path will join existing paths for bicycles and the ones that will be paved within the neighborhoods. It is intended to promote biking within the city's residents and to promote the green transport revolution in the capital."

In the 1990s, the Kerem Tunnel was excavated to transfer the main sewer line from Gihon Corporation to the Sorek purification plant. It is currently used for infrastructure purposes and is also home to the fifth water line which is operated to Jerusalem by the Mekorot water company.

"The Kerem tunnel is a crucial tool for achieving the vision to transform Jerusalem's transportation system. "

Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Leon

Construction of roads, the installation and testing of electrical and safety systems are some of the ongoing efforts to ensure that the tunnel is secure throughout the year.

The Kerem Tunnel also allows access to unique recreation spots such as the Ein Kerem neighborhood, the biblical zoo, aquarium and the and the historical natural springs in Ein Laban and Ein Haniyeh.