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The Kerem Tunnel is the first cycle tunnel to be constructed in Israel and was opened as part the Jerusalem Ring Path, a 42-kilometer cycle route that circles the capital.

The tunnel is located along the Nahal Refaim-Emek Mostza route. Its southern entrance is located below Ein Laban in Refaim Park. The northern entrance can be found in Nahal Ein Kerem.

The 2.1-kilometer long tunnel was officially opened on Thursday by Jerusalem and the heritage minister Ze’ev Elkin and Mayor Moshe Lion. Avi Baleshnikov of Gihon Chairman of Gihon as well as a multitude of cyclists also attended.

The city’s rich history was a reason why it was the most visited tourist destination during the time of its glory. In the present, in addition to its historical treasures, it also incorporates modern-day tourism.” Elkin said. “The launch of the tunnel project is a different aspect of the growth of Jerusalem. It transforms Jerusalem into an attractive destination for tourists of every kind of person throughout Israel as well as around the world.”

Elkin who is in charge of the project in conjunction with Jerusalem Municipality said that his ministry invests hundreds of millions in the development of Jerusalem’s tourism and also in the development of new attractions and ventures that link the rich history of Jerusalem to its future. I encourage cyclists to take advantage of a an attractive, well-maintained cycling route overlooking the unique landscape of Old Jerusalem.

The project was financed by Elkin’s ministry as well as the Tourism Ministry. It also included budgets for the Jerusalem Municipality and the Gihon Corporation. The project was done by the Jerusalem Development Authority.

Elkin stressed that “The Kerem Tunnel Project is a central tool to realize the goal to transform the concept of transportation throughout Jerusalem.” “The new tunnel will be connected with the Jerusalem Ring Path. It will connect with the various cycle paths already within the city. These will be paved in its various neighborhoods. The objective is to encourage cycling among the residents of the city.

The Kerem Tunnel first was excavated in the 90s to move an important sewer line for the Gihon Corporation towards Sorek. It is currently being used as an infrastructure Tunnel which also includes the fifth line of water to Jerusalem from the Mekorot water corporation.

“The Kerem tunnel project is crucial to realize the vision for changing Jerusalem’s transportation system. ”

Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Leon

Road construction, installation , and testing of electrical and safety systems are just a few of the ongoing efforts to ensure that the tunnel is secure throughout the year.

נווה פריצקי The Kerem Tunnel gives you access to numerous places to relax, including Ein Kerem Neighborhood, the Biblical Zoo and Aquarium, and also historic natural springs Ein Haniyeh or Ein Laban.