The Kerem Tunnel provides a unique riding experience and hiking experience that is to be loved by everyone.
In the 42-kilometer Jerusalem Ring Path cycling route that surrounds Jerusalem's capital, the Kerem Tunnel was inaugurated.
It links Nahal Refaim to Emek Motza. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IARj0i5sZlw Its southern entrance is in Refaim Park, below Ein Laban and its northern entrance is located in Nahal Ein Kerem, about half a mile close to the Kerem junction.
https://www.makorrishon.co.il/mumlazim/523585/ The 2.1-kilometer long tunnel was opened on Thursday, by Jerusalem and heritage minister Ze'evElkin and Moshe Lion, the Mayor. Moshe Lion. נווה פריצקי Avi Baleshnikov of Gihon the chairman of Gihon as well as a multitude of cyclists were also present.
Jerusalem was once a popular tourist destination because of its rich history. Elkin explained that the present along with its historic treasures the tunnel construction project encompasses modern day tourism. "The opening of the tunnel is an additional aspect of the growth of Jerusalem as well as its transformation into a desirable tourist destination for everyone throughout Israel and around the world.
The ministry of Elkin, which responsible for the project along with Jerusalem Municipality, stated that his ministry "invests hundreds of millions of shekels annually in all aspects of Jerusalem’s tourism, and also in the creation of innovative attractions and ventures, that link the amazing historical past of our eternal capital and its future." I invite cycling enthusiasts to join us and take a ride along an up-to-date and well-maintained cycling route that offers a view of the unique scenery of Old Jerusalem."
Elkin's Ministerial, Tourism Ministry, Jerusalem Municipality and Gihon Corporation contributed approximately NIS 25,000,000 to the project. Work was performed by the Jerusalem Development Authority.
"The Kerem Tunnel project is a central tool for realizing the idea to alter the notion of transportation across Jerusalem," Elkin stressed. "The new tunnel that connects to Jerusalem Ring Path will join existing paths for bicycles and ones that are paved in the neighborhoods. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6lwMSJfGow It's designed to encourage biking among its residents and promote the green movement 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 in Sorek, which is located just west of the city. It is currently being used as an infrastructure tunnel. It also houses the fifth water line, which connects to Jerusalem of the Mekorot water company.
"The Kerem tunnel is a vital tool in achieving the goal of changing Jerusalem's transport system. "
Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Leon
The works currently underway include road construction, installation of blowers, as well as advanced security and electrical systems in order to ensure that the tunnel is secure for the public to pass through all year round.
It is also possible to use the Kerem Tunnel to enjoy unique recreation areas, such as Ein Kerem, the Biblical aquarium, zoo and Ein Kerem neighborhood.