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Commuters in Switzerland’s capital are facing significant disruptions this week as major infrastructure work halts key transit arteries. Starting Tuesday, April 7, 2026, the tramverkehr Bahnhof-Zytglogge zehn Tage unterbrochen (tram traffic between Bern Station and Zytglogge is interrupted for ten days) to allow for critical safety upgrades to the rail network.
The project, managed by Bernmobil, involves the replacement of various track elements at Bubenbergplatz and within the Spitalgasse. According to official reports, these specific components had reached the end of their operational lifespan, necessitating immediate replacement to ensure the continued safety of the urban tram system via Plattform J.
The disruption is scheduled to last from April 7 through April 17, 2026 via Der Bund. Because the work occurs at a central hub of the city’s transit network, the impact extends across multiple lines, forcing a complex series of diversions and temporary bus replacements for thousands of daily passengers.
For those navigating the city, the closure affects the primary corridor connecting the main railway station to the historic Zytglogge area. Bernmobil has urged passengers to consult updated timetables and allow for additional travel time to account for the modified routes.
Detailed Route Changes and Line Diversions
The interruption of the tram network has triggered a comprehensive reorganization of several key lines. Passengers are advised that the standard paths between Bern Bahnhof and Zytglogge are currently unavailable.
The specific adjustments for the affected lines are as follows:
- Line 6: Trams arriving from Worb will now terminate and turn around at Casinoplatz. From the west, Line 6 (Fischermätteli) will turn around at the main station via Wallgasse, Schwanengasse and Christoffelgasse.
- Line 7: Trams coming from the Ostring will continue past Zytglogge as Line 9 until they reach Guisanplatz Expo. Conversely, Line 7 from Bümpliz will operate as Line 3 from Kocherpark up to Weissenbühl, where it will turn around.
- Line 8: Trams from Saali will continue past Zytglogge as Line 9 until they reach Wankdorf Bahnhof. From the west, Line 8 (Brünnen Westside Bahnhof) will turn around at the main station via Wallgasse, Schwanengasse, and Christoffelgasse.
- Line 9: This line is completely replaced by buses between Bern Bahnhof, and Wabern. The replacement service, designated as Line 9A, departs from Christoffelgasse.
Bernmobil is utilizing the Line 9 interruption to conduct further maintenance, specifically targeting the Wendeschlaufe (turning loop) in Wabern and the area surrounding the Schönegg stop via Plattform J.
Impact on Passenger Services and Local Infrastructure
While the tracks are under construction, the surrounding service infrastructure remains operational, though access may be affected by the general construction environment. The Bernmobil Servicecenter, located at Bubenbergplatz 5, continues to provide essential services for travelers.
The Servicecenter serves as the primary hub for the sale of Libero travel passes, SwissPasses, and tickets for the wider Swiss rail network via Bernmobil. Passengers requiring physical tickets or consulting on travel routes can visit the counter Monday through Friday from 09:00 to 18:00, and Saturdays from 09:00 to 17:00.
the Bernmobil lost-and-found office (Fundbüro) is located within the Servicecenter at Bubenbergplatz 5. Items left on vehicles are typically deposited there starting the day after they are found via Bernmobil.
Looking Ahead: Future Maintenance Schedules
The current ten-day window is part of a larger infrastructure maintenance strategy for the city’s transit system. Once the current work at Bubenbergplatz and Spitalgasse concludes on April 17, the network will return to normal operations for a short period before the next phase of upgrades begins.
Bernmobil has already announced a second wave of track maintenance in the station area. Further work on the tram tracks is scheduled to seize place during the summer holidays, specifically from July 6 to August 21, 2026 via Plattform J. Passengers should expect similar disruptions during that window.
| Period | Location | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| April 7 – April 17 | Bubenbergplatz & Spitalgasse | Interruption between Bahnhof and Zytglogge |
| July 6 – August 21 | Station Area (Bahnhof) | Further track maintenance (details TBD) |
The next confirmed checkpoint for commuters is April 17, 2026, when the current track replacements are scheduled for completion and regular tram service between the station and Zytglogge is expected to resume.
We encourage our readers to share this update with anyone commuting through Bern and to leave their comments below regarding the impact of these infrastructure works on city mobility.