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This challenging biking trail runs through multiple areas in the city of Haifa, passing through the Carmel Mountains (כרמל צרפתי, מרכז הכרמל, רמות רמז והדר הכרמל) and multiple scenic lookout points and sites of historic importance. Begin the trail by passing through the Carmel Zarphati neighborhood and proceed through Merkaz HaCarmel, Ramot Remez and Hadar HaCarmel neighborhoods.

The Wadi Nisnas Market (ואדי ניסנאס, העיר התחתית ורחוב העצמאות) is one of the most special places in Haifa, illustrating the special character of the city with its unique stone building and a market where Christians, Muslims and Jews work together. Established in the19th century the neighbourhood served as a simple working-class area and most of its residents over time were Haifa Arabs. Among the tourist sites of the neighborhood are: Eliyahu Hanavi Cathedral, Beit Hagefen, Haifa Museum of...

This city trail loops around the German Colony neighborhood, the Stella Maris Church and Ramat HaTishbi (המושבה הגרמנית, סטלה מאריס ורמת התשבי). The beautiful Stella Maris church is built over a cave, which according to the Christian tradition, housed (at different times) both Elijah the Prophet and the Blessed Virgin Mary. According to Jewish tradition the Prophet Elisha Ben Sheft is buried at the site. The round ceiling of the church is decorated with verses from the Bible dedicated to...

Begin this route at Haifas HaShmona Station and proceed through Wadi Nisnas to Benjamin Garden (ואדי ניסנאס לגן בינימין). The Wadi Nisnas neighborhood was established as a community of Arab workers during the 19th century. Over the years, it has undergone many changes, yet has managed to maintain its Arab character and today is one of the most prominent examples of Israeli-Arab coexistence in Haifa. Haifa's Wadi Nisnas neighborhood is a small village in the heart of the bustling city. Packed...

Begin this busy route near the Haifa train station and proceed to Akko (שביל אופניים מחיפה לעכו). Bike slowly along the main traffic route and pedestrian paths when allowed. Some of these areas and be very busy and full of cars and people, so caution is advised.