
Bern Parliament to Debate Public Transport Expansion
Bern's Cantonal Parliament will debate public transport expansion in March, including adding services to regional lines and a contentious renovation of Tram Line 6.
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Bern's Cantonal Parliament will debate public transport expansion in March, including adding services to regional lines and a contentious renovation of Tram Line 6.

Regionalverkehr Bern-Solothurn (RBS) saw passenger numbers rise over five percent in 2025, reaching 26 million. Bus services hit a record 8.4 million passengers, while train ridership neared pre-pande

Bernmobil will pause all trams and buses for 20 seconds on Friday at 2 PM to observe a national minute of silence for the Crans-Montana fire victims, expressing deep sympathy for those affected.

Bern's Guisanplatz begins a two-year renovation this Monday, relocating tram and bus stops to Papiermühlestrasse by summer 2027 to ease congestion and improve public transport efficiency.

Bern and Fribourg are implementing a comprehensive traffic solution for the lower Sense District, featuring a new Chrummattunnel and 37 measures to enhance public transport, cycling, and footpaths.

Bernmobil is boosting winter readiness with new snow chains for 18 buses, a specialized tram line de-icing vehicle, and a dedicated task force. These upgrades aim to prevent a repeat of last year's se

Bern West is undergoing a major transformation with significant rail expansion and urban development projects. A new 1.7-kilometer Holligentunnel and Europaplatz North station are central to the 900 m

Bern city is considering mobile teams on night public transport to boost safety for women. This follows a 2019 survey revealing 42% of women experienced sexualized violence in nightlife.

Bern's city parliament approved a motion to stop jailing impoverished people for unpaid transit fines, aiming to ease prison overcrowding and decriminalize poverty-related fare evasion. However, offic

The Bern Cantonal Government has updated its spatial development plan, Richtplan 24, focusing on climate protection, energy, and infrastructure. The plan designates solar and wind areas, enhances publ

The Swiss rail industry is transforming its pricing system, but initial communication about changes to the popular Half-Fare travelcard (Halbtax-Abo) caused public concern. Experts weigh in on the cha

Bern faces significant traffic disruptions from October 28-30 due to South African President Ramaphosa's state visit, with extensive road closures and public transport limitations, especially on Wedne