However, one tunnel in the Swiss Alps takes a staggering 20 minutes to complete. The Gotthard Base Tunnel currently holds the world record for being the world's longest and deepest railway tunnel ...

The Gotthard Base Tunnel is an engineering marvel, holding the title as the world's longest and deepest railway tunnel - but it's not the fastest to travel through ...

He spoke before the 57-kilometre Gotthard Base Tunnel (GBT) made its ceremonial first run with European leaders on board. The passengers included German Chancellor Angela Merkel, French President ...

The Gotthard Base Tunnel, stretching an extraordinary 57 kilometres (35 miles) under the Swiss Alps, stands as the longest and deepest traffic tunnel in the world. Completed in 2016 at a cost of ...

For many, train journeys are the most efficient and relaxing way to reach their destination, thanks in part to the tunnels that cut through hills and mountains. While there are over a thousand ...

In April, the final breakthrough is expected in the second tube. At 57 kilometers long (35 miles), the Gotthard Base Tunnel will handily outstrip the 50-kilometer (31-mile) Channel Tunnel between ...

The new Gotthard Base Tunnel is set to become the world's longest railway tunnel when it opens on June 1 Erstfeld - When it officially opens, the Gotthard will surpass Japan's 53.9-kilometre ...

Construction work on the second tunnel had already begun in 2020 with preparatory work. Facilities were also built so that the large quantities of rock that are excavated from the Gotthard can be ...

“The impressive tunnel boring machine that is being used here is a symbol of innovation and technical excellence,” said Rösti. + Read more: why is the Gotthard Base Tunnel so importan ...

Among the multitude of tasks facing the railway equipment contractor Transtec Gotthard, laying the ballastless track in the Gotthard Base Tunnel is particularly demanding in terms of logistics and ...

The Swiss Club in Melbourne celebrated the commencement of scheduled passenger travel through the new Gotthard Base Railway Tunnel with a fascinating display and information presentation featuring ...