The Gotthard tunnel alone will be able to handle 40 million tons of cargo a year. The tunnel begins its journey under the 2,108-meter (6,196-foot) pass in the quiet hamlet of Erstfeld, plunging ...

Switzerland’s Gotthard Base TunnelExternal link is the world’s longest (and deepest) railway tunnel. Opened in 2016 after 17 years of construction, it consists of two 57.1km single-track ...

Train journeys are often seen as one of the most efficient and relaxing modes of travel, with tunnels playing a crucial role in cutting through hills and mountains. While there are over a thousand ...

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 ...