Semmering Base Tunnel
On April 25, 2012 ground was broken for the construction of the 27.3km Semmering base tunnel. This tunnel will bypass 41km of the Semmeringbahn. The tunnel is expected to open in 2024, with a total cost of €3.1b.
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