The Mont Blanc Tunnel will be completely closed to traffic from September 1st to December 12th.
Officials say the shutdown is unavoidable, as detection systems, fans and other equipment must be dismantled, making traffic impossible.
The closure was agreed by French and Italian authorities for safety reasons.
During the 15-week period, heavy goods vehicles will be diverted to the Fréjus Tunnel, while cars will need to use alternative Alpine routes such as the Grand St. Bernard Pass.
Post Office to stop deliveries to the US
Swiss Post will stop delivering parcels to the United States starting Tuesday.
Geneva businesses could get works compensation
Shops on Geneva’s Rue de Carouge may soon receive financial aid to offset months of disruption caused by major construction works.
Two new towers for Geneva
Geneva will get taller.
Micromobility popular
Micromobility is becoming increasingly important in Switzerland. That’s according to a new study by by the insurer AXA.
High speed car thefts continue
The spate of car thefts by very young drivers continues.
Atlantic storm triggers weather warning
From this evening, heavy rain is expected across much of Switzerland.
