Templars' Tunnel
מנהרת הטמפלרים
An underground tunnel of about 350 meters dug by the Knights Templar during the Crusades, running from the western fortress to the harbor. It was only discovered by accident in 1994.
The Templars' Tunnel is a rock-cut passage about 350 meters long, excavated by the Knights Templar in the 13th century. It linked the Templars' fortress at the western end of Old Acre with the harbor on the east, and was used to transport supplies in secret. A local resident discovered it in 1994 while clearing a drain. The tunnel is lit, and some sections require stooping. The walk takes about 15 minutes, and the exit is near the fishing harbor. It is included in the combined ticket for Old Acre, and the entrance may have queues in peak season.
Opening hours
About 09:00–17:00 (shorter in winter)
Nearby sights
- Old City of Acre
- Al-Jazzar Mosque
- Knights' Halls (Hospitaller Fortress)
- Shrine of Bahá'u'lláh, Bahjí
- Wadi Nisnas
- German Colony
- Madatech – Israel National Museum of Science
- Clandestine Immigration and Naval Museum