Neve ParitzkiJerusalem is home to the world's first bicycle tunnel in Israel.

The Kerem Tunnel provides a unique ride and hiking experience that should be enjoyed by everyone.
The Kerem Tunnel, Israel's first cycle tunnel, was inaugurated as part of Jerusalem Ring Path. https://www.israelhayom.co.il/mumlazim/article/13057097 This 42-kilometer cycle route is located around Jerusalem.

The tunnel links the paths between Nahal Refaim and Emek Motza. Its southern entry is located within Refaim Park under Ein Laban. The northern entrance, Nahal Ein Kerem, is approximately half a mile away from the Nahal Ein Kerem junction.

נווה פריצקי The opening ceremony of the tunnel, which is 2.1 kilometers long, was held in Jerusalem and Heritage Minister Ze’ev Elkin, Mayor Moshelion and Avi Baleshnikov (Gihon water company chairman) and hundreds more cyclists.

Jerusalem was once very sought-after tourist destination due to its historical past. Elkin stated that, in addition to its historical treasures the modern tourist industry is integrated into Jerusalem's city. "The launch of the tunnel project is another part of the growth of Jerusalem's city Jerusalem as well as its development into a desirable city that is attractive to all types of visitors throughout Israel and throughout the world."

Elkin who, through his ministry and the Jerusalem Municipality led the project, said that his ministry "invests hundreds of millions of shekels each year in the growth of all aspects Jerusalem's tourists and in the design and operation of innovative tourist attractions, ventures, and activities that connect the glorious history of our eternal city to the future". נווה פריצקי נווה פריצקי I would like to invite cyclists to ride along a a well-maintained, modern cycling route overlooking the unique nature 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 work was completed by the Jerusalem Development Authority.

Elkin stated the fact that "The Kerem Tunnel Project is the central instrument to achieve the dream to redefine the idea of transportation throughout Jerusalem." "The tunnel, which will connect with the Jerusalem Ring Path, will connect with existing cycle paths in the city as well as those that will be constructed within the diverse areas. It's designed to encourage cycling among its residents, and promote a green transportation revolution in Jerusalem."


In the 1990s In the 90s, the Kerem Tunnel was excavated to transfer the main sewer line from Gihon Corporation to the Sorek purification plant. It is currently used for infrastructure purposes and also houses the fifth water line that connects to Jerusalem by the Mekorot water company.

https://www.makorrishon.co.il/mumlazim/523585/ "The Kerem tunnel is a crucial tool for achieving the vision to transform Jerusalem's transport system. "

Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Leon
Road construction, installation , and testing of electrical and safety systems are just some of the ongoing efforts to ensure the tunnel is safe for all seasons.

נווה פריצקי The Kerem Tunnel gives you access to numerous recreational sites, such as Ein Kerem Neighborhood, the Biblical Zoo and Aquarium, as well as historic natural springs Ein Haniyeh or Ein Laban. נווה פריצקי