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Info Centre “Lötschberg Base Tunnel Expansion”
On 1 July 2026, the new Info Centre “Lötschberg Base Tunnel Expansion” will open its doors in Frutigen.
Take a look behind the scenes of a project of the century. At the Info Centre “Lötschberg Base Tunnel Expansion”, you will discover what is being created behind the scenes: state-of-the-art construction technology, fascinating geological insights, engineering masterpieces and the people who make the expansion possible.
The Info Centre can be visited individually during opening hours and without prior registration. Admission is free.
Travel comfortably by train to Frutigen. The Info Centre is located directly opposite Frutigen railway station.
Opening hours Available on 01.07.2026
Info Centre “Lötschberg Base Tunnel Expansion”
Wed–Fri: 09.00–17.00 hours
Sat & Sun: 10.00–17.00 hours
Admission is free.
The expansion project
The Lötschberg Base Tunnel is a central element of Switzerland’s railway infrastructure. Since it entered service, it has provided a faster connection between the Swiss Plateau and Valais and strengthened rail freight transport on the north–south axis. Today, however, the approximately 35-kilometre-long tunnel can only be operated with two tracks on certain sections.
The expansion will increase capacity on the Lötschberg axis. This will benefit both passengers and freight transport. At the same time, it will create greater stability for rail traffic through the Alps.
Exhibition
The Lötschberg Base Tunnel connects more than just places. It stands for movement and transformation – through rock and technology, through past and future. The expansion of the Lötschberg Base Tunnel, which is being carried out while railway operations continue, represents an engineering challenge of exceptional scale. The expansion strengthens transalpine rail traffic, with the aim of shifting transport from road to rail.
The exhibition at the Info Centre makes visible what usually remains hidden: precise planning, modern construction technology, geological challenges and the engineering solutions behind them – as well as the people who make all of this possible.
The exhibition highlights the history, objectives, construction progress and future perspectives of a project that connects regions and countries and has an impact far beyond the Alps – as part of climate-friendly mobility that reliably transports people and goods to their destinations.
The full expansion of the tunnel marks an important step towards efficient, reliable and sustainable mobility through the Alps.
The exhibition is divided into several thematic areas conceived as stations or rooms. Each station has a clear focus, an emotional or narrative introduction and answers key questions related to the project.
Let yourself be surprised!
Guided tours
Public guided tours
Private group tours
Additional group tours
In addition to the Lötschberg Base Tunnel, we would also be pleased to show you other interesting BLS infrastructure facilities.
How to get there
Groups of 10 or more people travel 30% cheaper
The group ticket is the ideal fare for groups of 10 or more. Our BLS Travel Centres will be happy to organise all your transport for you, so making the arrangements is a breeze. Fill in the handy online form at least two working days before your group trip is due to start – and simply leave the rest to us.
