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The Kerem Tunnel, the first cycle tunnel in Israel, has been inaugurated in the Jerusalem Ring Path, a 42-kilometer cycle path that runs around the capital city.

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

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.

Jerusalem was a desirable tourist destination because of its rich and fascinating past. Elkin stated that, in addition to its historical treasures the modern tourist industry is incorporated into the Jerusalem city. “The inauguration[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, whose ministry was responsible for the project, along with Jerusalem Municipality stated that his ministry has invested thousands of shekels annually in the city’s tourism development as well as in creating new attractions and ventures which will link the amazing historical past with the exciting future of Jerusalem. I invite cyclists to enjoy the modern, well-maintained cycle route, which overlooks the stunning scenery of Old Jerusalem.

Elkin’s Ministry Elkin’s Ministry, the Tourism Ministry, Jerusalem Municipality as well as 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 an essential tool for achieving the dream to redefine the idea of transportation throughout Jerusalem.” “The tunnel, which is being constructed to connect to the Jerusalem Ring Path will join existing bicycle paths and the ones that will be paved within its neighborhoods. נווה פריצקי It’s designed to promote biking among its residents and promote the green revolution in transport in Jerusalem.”

The Kerem Tunnel was first excavated in the late 1990s to relocate the main sewer line of the Gihon Corporation toward the purification plant in Sorek, which is located west of the city and is currently being used as an infrastructure tunnel that includes the fifth water line, which connects to Jerusalem from the Mekorot water company.

“The Kerem tunnel project is the central instrument for achieving the goal of changing the notion of transportation in Jerusalem. ”

Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Leon

Construction of roads and installation, as well as blowers, modern safety systems , and electrical wiring are all part of the ongoing work. The tunnel is safe for the people to use all season.

Kerem Tunnel Kerem Tunnel provides access to unique recreation locations, including Ein Kerem neighbourhood, the Biblical aquarium and zoo as well the historic natural springs Ein Haniyeh, Ein Laban, and Ein Haniyeh.