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June 7, 2026Geomechanics and Tunnelling

Expansion of Bern RBS Station: challenging urban tunnelling in the Swiss capital

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BRBA Dr Marco RamoniSRStefan ReilingSLSimon Lerch

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Overview

Construction project expands underground station in Bern, indicating significant urban engineering challenges.

Key Points

  • The aim is to expand the Bern RBS Station by constructing a new underground station and access line amid complex urban conditions.
  • Construction of two station caverns, 200 m and 210 m long, 12 m below existing tracks.
  • Utilization of both underground and cut and cover construction methods.
  • Construction under challenging conditions, maintaining operation of existing railway facilities.
  • Successfully designed caverns and access line to endure high foundation loads.
  • Addressed construction challenges, including soft rock and water-bearing soil.
  • Carried out construction amid other expansion projects, indicating efficient project management.

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Ramoni et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a250c027def13d035e1c10ahttps://doi.org/10.1002/geot.70105
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