Mar 12 • 16:47 UTC 🇳🇴 Norway NRK

Landslide at Trengereid: Bergen Line Closed

The Bergen Line is closed for train traffic due to a landslide over one of the tracks at Trengereid station, causing delays and requiring bus transport for affected passengers.

The Bergen Line has been shut down for train traffic following a landslide that occurred over one of the tracks at Trengereid station, according to BanNor's traffic report. This closure particularly affects one train operating between Oslo and Bergen, as detailed by Vy's communication manager, Siv Egger Vestin. The affected passengers are being transported by bus from Voss to Bergen to mitigate disruptions during this period.

For local services connecting Voss and Bergen, there is also an alternative arrangement; bus services are in place between Arna and Dale. The exact timeframe for restoring regular train operations remains uncertain, leading to warnings from Vestin for travelers to stay updated and to allow extra travel time. As infrastructure maintenance continues, updates are expected throughout the day, including one scheduled for 22:30 regarding the situation.

Incidents like this highlight the challenges of maintaining rail transport in mountainous and occasionally unstable regions, emphasizing the importance of quick responses by transportation authorities. This disruption could have ripple effects on travel for passengers and freight movement, illustrating how natural events can significantly impact transportation networks between major Norwegian cities like Oslo and Bergen.

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