Watch: Zurich Opens First-Ever Bicycle Only Tunnel Under Main Train Station
Switzerland's largest city, Zurich, has opened a dedicated bicycle tunnel under its main train station as part of Cycle Week celebrations held from May 22 to 28. Officially inaugurated on the evening of May 22, the tunnel runs between Kasernenstrasse and Sihlquai, linking districts 4 and 5.
According to European digital news publisher The Local Switzerland, originally designed for car traffic, the tunnel was repurposed by city authorities to support sustainable mobility. The project cost 38.6 million Swiss francs and highlights Zurich's commitment to eco-friendly urban infrastructure.
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Spanning approximately 440 metres in length and up to six metres in width, the tunnel offers 1,240 free bicycle parking spaces. It allows access to all types of bicycles, including e-bikes, e-mopeds, and small electric motorcycles, provided they do not exceed the 20 km/h speed limit. Pedestrian access, however, is not permitted.
The tunnel is expected to benefit cycling enthusiasts who have long expressed concerns over Zurich's limited bike lanes. The move is seen as a major step forward in promoting clean and efficient urban transportation.
According to the newsportal, local residents have long voiced concerns over Zurich's inadequate bike lanes, but the new tunnel promises to deliver much-needed cycling infrastructure.
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Bike Parking: 1,240 free bicycle parking spaces
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All types of bicycles
E-bikes
E-mopeds
Light motor vehicles
Small electric motorcycles (with a 20 km/h speed limit)
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