The history of BLSFrom the early days to today’s BLS
The history of BLS
Pioneering spirit, technical milestones and more than 180 years of mobility history.
Our history at a glance
BLS has a rich and diverse history. Discover the development of BLS and its predecessor railways, the history of navigation and our historical heritage.
The history of BLS Ltd
On 31 March 1911, the miners broke through the Lötschberg Tunnel.
The history of BLS Navigation
More than 180 years ago, courageous pioneers revolutionised the waterways of the Bernese Oberland.
The history of Regionalverkehr Mittelland Ltd
Stories of great dedication, great sacrifices and even greater dreams.
The history of the Solothurn–Moutier Railway (SMB)
22 kilometres, two linguistic worlds
The history of the Ramsei–Sumiswald–Huttwil Railway (RSHB)
An eventful history within the European political landscape.
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