Initial situation

The station building and the listed toilet facility date back to the early days of the Brünig Railway. Over the coming months, Zentralbahn will refurbish and modernise both buildings in order to preserve the infrastructure for the long term.

Aim of the construction project

Energetische Sanierung des Gebäudes inkl. Fassade

• Energy-efficient refurbishment of the building, including the façade
• Modernisation of the building services
• Installation of a photovoltaic system on the roof of the main building
• Renovation of the two apartments on the upper floor and conversion of the ground floor into premises for small businesses
• Preservation of the railway heritage

Construction schedule

From February 2024

• Internal demolition works
• Remediation of contaminated materials

From February to October 2024

• Internal refurbishment works
• Interior fit-out
• Building services installations

From May to mid-August 2024

• Scaffolding works and provision
• Façade works
• Installation of the photovoltaic system

From September to October 2024

• External works in the forecourt area
• Landscaping works for the seating area

From October to end of November 2024

• Final finishing works inside and outside

From December 2024

• Re-letting of the apartments and small business premises

Restrictions and inconvenience

Access

Zentralbahn aims to ensure smooth operations for all passengers. Therefore, the platforms will remain in operation throughout the entire construction period and will be clearly signposted. Every effort is being made to minimise the impact on local residents and travellers and to limit any inconvenience to the shortest possible duration.

Noise emissions

Construction works will take place from Monday to Friday between 7.00 a.m. and 6.00 p.m. During this time, some noise-intensive activities are unavoidable. We thank you for your understanding.