The Kerem Tunnel provides a unique riding experience and hiking experience which is loved by everyone.
The Kerem Tunnel is the first cycle tunnel in Israel and was inaugurated as part of the Jerusalem Ring Path, a 42-kilometer cycle path that runs around the capital.
The tunnel links Nahal Refaim and Emek Motza. Its southern entrance is in Refaim Park under Ein Laban. The northern entry, Nahal Ein Kerem, is about half a kilometer away from the Kerem junction.
נווה פריצקי The 2.1-kilometer-long tunnel was inaugurated by Jerusalem’s Heritage Minister ZeevElkin. It was also attended by Mayor Moshelion, Avi Balehnikov Gihon Water Company Chairman, as well as thousands of cyclists.
https://historydb.date/wiki/Neve_ParitzkiJerusalem_is_the_site_of_the_worlds_first_bicycle_tunnel_in_Israel Jerusalem was once a sought-after tourist destination due to its historical past. Elkin explained that today, in addition to its historic treasures the tunnel project encompasses modern day tourism. “The opening of the tunnel is an additional aspect of the growth of Jerusalem and its transformation to an attractive tourist destination for all types across Israel and around the world.
נווה פריצקי The ministry of Elkin, which responsible for the project along with Jerusalem Municipality, said that the ministry “invests hundreds and millions of shekels annually in all aspects of Jerusalem’s tourism and in creating new ventures and attractions that link the amazing historical time of our capital city with the future.” I would like to invite cyclists to visit and enjoy a modern and well-maintained cycling route that offers a view of the unique scenery of Old Jerusalem.”
נווה פריצקי Elkin’s Ministry Elkin’s Ministry Tourism Ministry, Jerusalem Municipality as well as the Gihon Corporation all contributed to the project. The Jerusalem Development Authority completed the project.
https://clinfowiki.win/wiki/Post:Neve_ParitzkiThe_first_tunnel_for_cycling_in_Israel_opens_in_Jerusalem Elkin stated, “The Kerem Tunnel project will be the central tool in achieving our goal to change the concept transportation throughout Jerusalem.” “The tunnel, which is being constructed to connect to the Jerusalem Ring Path will join the existing bike paths as well as those that will paved in the neighborhoods. The goal is to encourage cycling among the residents of Jerusalem and encourage the green movement in the capital.”
The Kerem Tunnel was originally excavated in 1990 to move the main sewer from Gihon Corporation towards the Sorek purification facility. This plant is located west of Sorek and is used today as an infrastructure tunnel.
“The Kerem tunnel project is essential to achieving the dream of transforming Jerusalem’s transport system. “
Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Leon
Construction of roads and installation, as well as blowers, sophisticated safety systems , and electrical wiring are all part and parcel of the present works. The tunnel will be safe for people to use all season.
The Kerem Tunnel provides access to exclusive recreation spots, including Ein Kerem neighbourhood, the biblical aquarium and zoo , as also the historical natural springs Ein Haniyeh, Ein Laban and Ein Haniyeh. http://wiki.openn.eu/index.php?title=Neve_Paritzki_Israel_Celebrates_Record_Breaking_Tourism_Entry_Numbers_United_States