Initial situation

Due to ageing infrastructure, Zentralbahn is renewing parts of the railway infrastructure at Stansstad station. The rails on Track 4 and two turnouts will be replaced, and the track superstructure will also be renewed. The works will be carried out during night-time intervals from 28 October to 8 November 2024

Aim of the construction project

  • Replacement of the rails on Track 4 and two turnouts
  • Replacement of the track superstructure (ballast and sleepers) on Track 4 and two turnouts
  • Preservation of the infrastructure

Construction schedule and works

From October 2024

  • Setting up installation areas
  • Preparation of material unloading along the line
  • Preparatory works on the tracks
  • Overhead line works

From November 2024

  • Replacement of the turnouts
  • Renewal of the track superstructure
  • Tamping of the turnouts and the track
  • Follow-up works
  • Dismantling of the installation areas

Restrictions and inconvenience

Zentralbahn makes every effort to ensure smooth operations for all passengers. However, due to the construction works, certain restrictions and inconvenience are unavoidable.

Impact on rail services

Track changes and replacement bus services

To carry out the construction project, Tracks 3 and 4 will be closed from Friday, 1 November 2024, from 10.00 p.m. until Monday, 4 November 2024, at 4.30 a.m. On 2 and 3 November, trains will operate via Tracks 1 and 2 between 4.30 a.m. and 10.00 p.m. After 10.00 p.m., trains will be replaced by buses between Hergiswil and Engelberg.

Night-time works and replacement bus services
Night-time works will be carried out on the following dates:

  • Mon/Tue, 28/29 October 2024 to Thu/Fri, 31 October/1 November 2024, from 11.00 p.m. to 4.30 a.m.
  • Fri/Sat, 1/2 November 2024 to Sun/Mon, 3/4 November 2024, from 10.00 p.m. to 4.55 a.m.
  • Mon/Tue, 4/5 November 2024 to Thu/Fri, 7/8 November 2024, from 11.00 p.m. to 4.30 a.m.

During these periods, trains between Hergiswil and Engelberg will be replaced by buses.

Notice regarding Niederrickenbach Station

The replacement bus services are coordinated with the redevelopment of Niederrickenbach Station. Please note that, for safety reasons, Niederrickenbach Station will not be served by the replacement buses. Passengers travelling to or from Niederrickenbach Station are asked to use the nearby Dallenwil station instead. From Dallenwil station, the valley station of the Dallenwil–Niederrickenbach cable car can be reached on foot in around 8 minutes (approximately 700 metres).

Timetable

The SBB online timetable has been updated. Please consult the SBB online timetable for current travel information.

Noise emissions

The construction works, which will take place from 28 October to 8 November 2024, will be carried out mainly during the night between 10.00 p.m. and 4.30 a.m. To avoid longer service interruptions, the works have to be carried out during night-time shifts. We thank you for your understanding.

Contact

Marco Hauser, Projekt manager

zb Zentralbahn AG
Infrastructure
Bahnhofstrasse 23
6362 Stansstad

+41 58 668 86 00