Debate Over Alternatives to Rheintunnel Following Swiss Vote Against Highway Expansion
In the wake of the Swiss people’s rejection of the controversial Rheintunnel project, politicians in the Basel region are exploring alternatives, including the German A98 highway. However, local leaders in Germany and Swiss National Council members have expressed resistance, citing that the A98 is not designed for transit traffic. Amid concerns over traffic congestion, alternative solutions such as car-pooling and mobility pricing are being discussed, but the prospect of using the A98 as a long-term solution appears grim.