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Week 42 | October 13 to 19, 2025

• Liechtenen construction site in Meiringen, work on the track

  The old ballast is being removed and replaced with new ballast in preparation for the installation of new tracks. In the section between the Meiringen station entrance and the Stickli level crossing, the superstructure is being renewed over a distance of around 700 meters, including the replacement of switches and the modernization of level crossings.

• Junzlen construction site, bridge over the Hüsenbach stream

  As part of the renovation of the railway line between Meiringen and Brienzwiler, a new bridge over the Hüsenbach stream is being built here. The railway embankment is being raised and supplemented with a protective wall to improve flood protection along the Hasliaare.

• Brienzwiler station construction site, construction of the pedestrian underpass

  The Brienzwiler railway station is being modernized and adapted to meet the requirements of the Disability Discrimination Act (BehiG). Barrier-free access will be created with a new pedestrian underpass and outdoor platform. In addition, tracks, roadways, and electrical systems will be renewed to offer greater comfort, safety, and better connections between trains and buses.

• Aaredelta construction site in Brienz, stage 3, ballast work

  The overhead line has already been dismantled and track removal is in full swing. Due to the limited space available, the dismantling work is proving to be complex. The section between Hegerweg and Brienz station is being completely renewed.

• Aare delta construction site, stage 3, dismantling of old track systems in Brienz.

  The railway track is temporarily serving as a temporary storage site for the excavated material before it is loaded onto excavators and transported away.

• Construction site between Ebligen and Interlaken Ost, work along Lake Brienz

  During the total closure, rock clearance, rock stabilization, and track maintenance work is being carried out along Lake Brienz. The picture shows the excavation work for track renewal on the steep terrain above Lake Brienz, a challenging job with impressive views.

• Construction site at Niederried station, construction of the new platform

  A new crossing is being built at Niederried station, which will make rail operations more stable and flexible. The picture shows the work being done to modify the track, with an excavator working along the tracks. At the same time, the facilities are being modernized and barrier-free access is being created. The picture also shows the construction of the new platform, including a ramp.

• Interlaken Ost construction site, track construction at the station

  There is a lot going on at the large construction site: tracks 3 and 4 and the section up to the Aare bridge are being completely renewed. At the same time, the electrical systems are being modernized to make the station fit for the future.

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Week 43 | October 20. to 26, 2025

• Liechtenen construction site, installation of the subgrade protection layer

  To ensure that the new track system remains stable and durable, a subgrade protection layer is installed between the soil and the ballast bed. This prevents moisture or groundwater from rising into the superstructure and ensures a stable foundation.

• Junzlen construction site, new bridge over the Hüsenbach stream

  The new bridge over the Hüsenbach stream is ready to be installed. It will replace the old structure and ensure greater stability and safety on the route between Meiringen and Brienzwiler in future.

• Junzlen construction site, flood protection work

  A crane is used to precisely position the massive concrete elements for the new flood protection wall along the railway line. Two-thirds of the protective wall has already been completed and will strengthen flood protection in the future.

• Brienzwil construction site – new pedestrian underpass

  The prefabricated concrete elements for the new pedestrian underpass have been installed. Excavation work has been completed across almost the entire construction perimeter. In some cases, material replacement was necessary to ensure stability.

• Aare delta construction site, excavation work

  Excavation work has been completed across almost the entire construction perimeter. Weaker subsoil was discovered in some areas, which is why additional material is being added to stabilize the base.

• Aare delta construction site, installation of ballast retainers

  The ballast retainers for the new track have already been largely installed. In future, they will ensure that the track bed remains stable and the ballast is kept securely in place.

• Niederried construction site, work in rocky terrain

  The work in this section is particularly challenging because the track is laid directly on rocky ground. Construction on rock requires precision work and involves a great deal of effort to ensure that the new track is stable and safe.

• Interlaken Ost construction site, substructure and drainage work

  The substructure and drainage work in the track area is proceeding according to plan. This will lay the foundation for the renewal of the track system and ensure stable drainage.

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Week 44 | October 27. to november 3. 2025

• Liechtenen construction site, installation of the switch

  The new switch is installed with millimeter precision using a special lifting beam. This step requires particular precision, as the switch forms the connection between two tracks and ensures smooth train traffic.

• Junzlen construction site, bridge over the Hüsenbach stream

  The new bridge has been successfully installed over the Hüsenbach stream. It will provide greater stability and safety on the route between Meiringen and Brienzwiler in future.

• Aare delta construction site, drainage work

  The new drainage pipe for the railway line has been installed in further sections. This marks the completion of an important step in keeping the track bed permanently dry.

• Aare delta construction site, work in the narrow track area

  Due to the limited space and the elevated position of the railway line, much of the work is carried out directly on the tracks. This so-called “overhead working method” requires precise coordination, as there is little room for machines and people.

• Emergency repair site, section in front of the tunnel

  The substructure in this section has been completed. The next step is to install the superstructure with ballast, sleepers, and rails so that the line is passable again.

• Niederried construction site, work above Lake Brienz

  Work on the new railway line is underway on the section above Lake Brienz. Ballast is being laid and prepared so that the new track can be built in the coming weeks.

• Niederried construction site, work on the station area

  Work on the substructure and the new platform edge is progressing at Niederried station. Step by step, the foundations are being laid here for barrier-free access and the new crossing point.

• Interlaken Ost construction site, work at the Brünig Steam Railway depot

  Construction work is underway on the track area next to the Brünig Steam Railway depot. Here, the subsoil and pipes are being prepared so that the new facilities at Interlaken Ost station can be installed with precision.

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Week 45 | November 3. to 9. 2025

• Liechtenen construction site, completion of superstructure

  The superstructure is nearing completion. The new rails have already been laid, and tamping work is currently underway to precisely stabilize and align the track.

• Construction workers lay new concrete sleepers and rails

  Construction workers lay new concrete sleepers and rails in the mountainous region, surrounded by autumnal forests and snow-covered Alps.

• Aare delta construction site, pre-assembled sleepers

  The new sleepers have already been pre-assembled with the old rails and stored temporarily at Brienz station. All the yokes are numbered and will be reinstalled in the same order after the track has been rebuilt. This means that the new sleepers are already in the correct position on the curves.

• Aare delta construction site, drainage with groundwater protection zone

  In some areas, the railway line crosses a groundwater protection zone. In these areas, water from the track must not be allowed to seep directly into the ground. For this reason, the trenches under the drainage pipes are sealed to ensure that the water is drained away from the protection zone in a controlled and safe manner.

• Emergency repair site, preliminary ballast laying on new substructure

  Once the substructure work has been completed, the ballast is laid. This forms the basis for the precise positioning of the sleepers and rails and ensures the stability and drainage of the track bed.

• Niederried construction site, substructure work

  The substructure is being completed at Niederried station. The construction work is creating a stable foundation for further track construction and ensuring a safe and sustainable railway infrastructure in the long term.

• Interlaken East construction site, installation of barrier layer

  AC Rail could be installed on top of the finished foundation layer. AC Rail is the barrier layer and is installed as the top layer of the subgrade directly under the ballast. Among other things, it prevents water from penetrating the subgrade and restricts the growth of plants.

• Maintenance work, switch controls

  Switches are delivered in one piece. Among other things, the switch control system shown in this picture is already mounted on it. This regulates the function and position of switches in a rail network in order to safely direct trains from one track to another.

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Week 46 | November 10. to 16. 2025

• Junzlen construction site, laying the barrier layer

  The AC Rail barrier layer is installed in an impressive morning atmosphere. This layer forms the top part of the substructure and prevents water penetration and plant growth.

• Brienzwiler construction site, platform edges, and flood protection

  The track area continues to take shape: the new platform edges are visible on both sides in the foreground, while the massive concrete elements of the flood protection system stand in the background. The concrete sleepers and the ballast bed form the basis for the future track system.

• Brienzwiler construction site, transition from the old to the new track area

  The picture clearly shows the difference between the old track area in the foreground and the newly constructed section in the background. The new concrete sleepers and the fresh construction of the track substructure illustrate the progress made on the construction site.

• Aaredelta construction site, finalized substructure

  The ballast retention system is particularly visible on this section and forms the lateral boundary for the upcoming track area. In addition, the AC Rail barrier layer has been completely applied, which protects and stabilizes the substructure. This section is now optimally prepared for further superstructure work.

• Aare delta construction site, superstructure height

  The difference in height between the substructure and the final track bed is clearly visible in the picture. A house can also be seen on the right-hand side of the route, with the lake and mountains in the background on the left.

• Interlaken East construction site, temporary cable protection pipes

  The gravel supports are barely visible due to the complete backfilling. The temporary cable protection pipes are on the left-hand side, while the final cable ducts will only be built at the very end. The next step is to lay the sleepers.

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Week 47 | November 17. to 23. 2025

• Brienzwiler construction site, precision work

  Measurements are taken continuously on the construction site. The work requires the utmost precision so that, for example, train doors and running boards later match the height of the platform edge exactly. Work is carried out with millimeter precision between machines, measuring devices, and the impressive Alpine panorama. This is a key step in ensuring safe and comfortable rail transport.

• Brienzwiler construction site, work continues despite snowfall

  At the end of last week, there was a surprising amount of snowfall. Nevertheless, work on the construction site had to continue. The amount of snow meant additional work, as paths and tracks had to be cleared. Some work can only be carried out to a limited extent in snowy conditions, but the team kept construction progress on track despite the challenging conditions.

• Aare delta construction site, new sleepers

  The new sleepers have been laid and the rails mounted on them. The color of the sleepers in the picture clearly shows where last year's construction perimeter (2023) ends and the new one begins.

• Aare delta construction site, pre-assembled catenary masts

  The new catenary masts were pre-assembled at a separate installation site and carefully laid out. Next week, they will be flown to their designated locations by helicopter and assembled.

• Niederried construction site, track laid

  The new track has been completely laid. The next step is to ballast and tamp the track to stabilize it and bring it into the correct position.

• Niederried construction site, defying the snow

  In the same place where sunshine prevailed just a few days earlier, there are now large amounts of snow. However, the tight schedule meant that work had to continue. The picture impressively shows how flexibly the team reacts to rapid weather changes and still reliably pushes ahead with the work.

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Week 48 | November 24. to 30. 2025

• Junzlen construction site, completed bridge over the Hüsenbach

  The bridge over the Hüsenbach stream has been completed and fully integrated into the rail network. On the right-hand side, the concrete elements of the flood protection system are visible, protecting the track from possible flooding by the Aare river.

• Brienzwiler construction site, platform foundation layer

  The foundation layer for the new platform is being constructed. It forms the load-bearing basis for the further construction of the platform and ensures stability and precise elevation.

• Aaredelta construction site, catenary masts by helicopter

  The catenary masts are flown in by helicopter. This method enables the masts to be positioned efficiently and safely, particularly in areas that are difficult to access with heavy vehicles.

• Aare delta construction site, additional work shift

  Due to weather conditions, an additional work shift was necessary. The team worked intensively to ballast the entire work perimeter on schedule.

• Niederried construction site, installation of catenary wires

  The catenary wires are being installed and attached to the new masts step by step. This work is a key part of the electrification process and will ensure a reliable power supply for future rail operations.

• Niederried construction site, welding work on the rails

  The rails are welded together to create a precise and stable connection. This work ensures a smooth ride and is an important step in the final construction of the track.

• Interlaken East construction site, cable duct under construction

  The cable duct is being constructed to provide orderly routing for electrical cables and fuse system components. Piece by piece, the infrastructure is being added and prepared for future operation.

• Maintenance work, installation of signals

  The track excavator is used to precisely position the signals of the safety system. This work is crucial for the subsequent safe control of rail traffic.

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Week 49 | December 1. to 7. 2025

• Junzlen construction site, abutment of the new Hirssi Bridge

  The abutment (transition between the bridge structure and the earth embankment) of the new Hirssi Bridge has been completed. It forms the transition between the bridge structure and the earth embankment. The municipality of Meiringen plans to install the new bridge in mid-March 2026. Until then, the existing temporary bridge will remain in operation.

• Brienzwiler construction site, installation of the catenary wire

  The catenary wire is being installed at the construction site. The team is using a special installation vehicle to tension the wire precisely and prepare it for future rail operations.

• Brienzwiler construction site, finalization of the pedestrian underpass

  The new pedestrian underpass is taking shape and is in the final stages of construction. The main concrete work has been completed and the facility will soon be ready for use at the station.

• Aare delta construction site, climb for small animals

  This section marks the start of the finishing touches. Various materials are being installed along the embankment to enable small animals to climb up safely even during operation. The elements used depend on the shape of the respective embankment.

• Aaredelta construction site, new section of track freshly cramped

  The picture shows the new section of track after cramping. This process stabilizes the track and puts it in its final position.

• Niederried construction site, plates for the cable duct

  The cover plates for the cable duct are ready. They will be installed in the next step and will permanently protect the cables running inside from weather and mechanical influences.

• Interlaken East construction site, welding work

  In this picture, employees are welding the rails. This work permanently connects the individual elements and prepares the track system for the loads it will bear in the future.

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Weel 50 | December 8. to 15. 2025

• Junzlen construction site, neutralizing the rails

  The rails are neutralized before welding work begins. This step ensures that the rails are at the correct temperature and prevents subsequent tension in the track.

• Junzlen construction site, welding work on the track

  After neutralization, the rails are professionally welded. This creates a continuous track that enables smooth and safe train travel.

• Brienzwiler construction site, platform area with temporary surface layer

  The platform area has been covered with a temporary surface layer. The remaining work will be carried out during the final construction phases so that the platform area can be reopened to commuters.

• Aaredelta construction site, completed cable duct

  The cable duct has largely been completed. This means that the conditions are now in place for the cables in the black protective conduits to be laid in the cable duct in accordance with standards in the near future.

• Niederried construction site, new platform with tactile lines

  The new platform has been completed and is already equipped with tactile lines. These improve orientation and increase safety for visually impaired passengers.

• Interlaken Ost construction site, completed tracks

  The tracks at the station have been completely laid. The platform at track 3 has already been reopened and is available for commuters.

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