Lötschberg Base Tunnel
Visit this masterpiece of railway engineering
Learn more about the construction and operation of the Lötschberg Base Tunnel on a guided tour. A look behind the scenes promises many exciting and interesting things such as:
- BLS visitor centre with a model of the Lötschberg base tunnel
- North portal and intervention staircase ("the widest staircase in Europe")
- Trip by minibus into the tunnel system, guided tour of the Mitholz technical centre, 1:1 scale test track and exclusive view through a special window into the railway tunnel
- Coronavirus Due to the current situation (Covid-19), this offer is not available until further notice.
- Lötschberg Base Tunnel project and background
Availability Today (Tuesday) open
the offer can be booked daily on request.
Register as soon as possible.
Rates
- CHF 25.00 Individual tour, per person pro Teilnehmer
Included in the price
- Guided tour
- Mineral water
- Loan of a helmet and vest
Reduction
Free for every tenth participant
Children
Minimum age is 12 years, only if accompanied by an adult , 12-15 years free of charge, (registration required).
Prices in CHF incl. VAT / Prices and products subject to Alteration / The journey to Frutigen is not included in the Price
Notes
Meeting point
BLS Visitor Centre in the historic Frutigen train station
Dates
daily bookable
Duration
3 hours
Group size
Minimum 6 persons, maximum 28 persons
Equipment
- Sturdy shoes
- Warm clothing
- A helmet, vest and mineral water are provided
- Walking distance in the tunnel: 1.5 kilometres.
Good physical fitness on the part of participants is assumed
(the temperature is 28°, humidity up to 80%)
Food
We can organise a snack, aperitif or stand-up lunch for you at the BLS Visitor Centre as you wish.
Book a speaker
Would you like to offer a presentation on the construction and operation of the Lötschberg base tunnel at your event? On request, we can put you in touch with the right speaker.
Train journey for groups
Book your journey at your BLS Travel Centre or online via the order form for groups.
Plan journey
Weather & webcam Today: sunny -2/12°
