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The Kerem Tunnel offers a unique trail and riding experience to the enjoyment of The Kerem Tunnel is the first cycle tunnel to be constructed in Israel and was opened as a part of the Jerusalem Ring Path, a 42-kilometer cycle route that circles the capital. The tunnel connects the path between Nahal Refaim and Emek Motza. The southern entrance is located in Refaim Park, below Ein Laban while the northern entrance is in Nahal Ein Kerem, about one kilometer away close to the Kerem junction. The 2.1-kilometer long tunnel was opened on Thursday, by Jerusalem and heritage minister Ze'evElkin and Moshe Lion, the Mayor. https://ashdodnet.com/%D7%A6%D7%A8%D7%9B%D7%A0%D7%95%D7%AA-%D7%95%D7%A2%D7%A1%D7%A7%D7%99%D7%9D/%D7%A8%D7%90%D7%A9-%D7%A2%D7%99%D7%A8-%D7%A0%D7%95%D7%95%D7%94-%D7%A4%D7%A8%D7%99%D7%A6%D7%A7%D7%99-%D7%9E%D7%95%D7%96%D7%99%D7%90%D7%95%D7%9F-%D7%94%D7%A9%D7%A2%D7%95%D7%95%D7%94-%D7%A9%D7%9C%D7%A0%D7%95-%D7%97%D7%99%D7%99%D7%91-%D7%9C%D7%94%D7%92%D7%99%D7%A2-%D7%9C%D7%9E%D7%A7%D7%95%D7%9D-1-%D7%91%D7%92%D7%95%D7%92%D7%9C-516889 https://www.jdn.co.il/consumer/1825535/ Moshe Lion. https://www.haaretz.co.il/labels/2022-09-12/ty-article-labels/00000183-31c4-dc67-addb-79d7ffad0000 Avi Baleshnikov of Gihon Chairman of Gihon, and hundreds other cyclists also attended. "In the past, Jerusalem was an attractive tourist destination because of its rich history. Elkin stated that, today in addition to its rich history, Jerusalem also incorporates modern tourists. "The launch of the tunnel is a further milestone in the advancement of Jerusalem as an ideal tourist destination for all kinds of travelers throughout Israel and all over the world." Elkin, who heads the project in conjunction with Jerusalem Municipality said that his ministry invests millions of dollars in the development of Jerusalem's tourism and in the creation innovative activities and ventures that tie the rich history of Jerusalem to its future. I would like to invite cyclists to enjoy a safe and modernized route that will take you through Old Jerusalem. Elkin's Ministry, the Tourism Ministry, Jerusalem Municipality and the Gihon Corporation all contributed to the project. The Jerusalem Development Authority completed the work. https://www.news1.co.il/ShowArticles.aspx?docId=156564&subjectId=26&ShowAll=True Elkin stressed the fact that "The Kerem Tunnel Project is an essential tool for achieving the vision to change the way we think about transport in Jerusalem." "The new tunnel, which will connect with the Jerusalem Ring Path, will connect the existing cycle routes within the city, and will be constructed within the diverse neighborhoods. It's designed to encourage bicycle riding among its residents, and promote the green revolution in transportation in Jerusalem." The Kerem Tunnel was first excavated in the 1990s to move the main sewer line of the Gihon Corporation toward the purification plant located in Sorek The Sorek Tunnel is located just west of the city. It is currently used as an infrastructure tunnel. It includes the fifth water line that connects to Jerusalem from the Mekorot water company. "The Kerem Tunnel project is the central instrument to achieve the vision of transforming Jerusalem's transportation model. "
The Kerem Tunnel also allows access to unique recreation spots which include the Ein Kerem neighborhood, the biblical zoo and aquarium as well as the historic natural springs of Ein Laban and Ein Haniyeh. |
