Rombach tunnel in Aalen: Full closure from 2027 causes great excitement!
Rombach tunnel in Aalen: Full closure from 2027 causes great excitement!
In Aalen there is a comprehensive renovation of the Rombraight tunnel, which has been in the western bypass since its opening in 2001. This reports the Schwäbische Post . The Stuttgart regional council has taken on responsibility for the upcoming work. Due to this general renovation, the tunnel must be completely blocked for several months.
The full closure, which is expected to begin in mid -2027, is already concerned about concern in the region. While different years are mentioned for the start of the work, Mayor Frederick Brütting speaks of a possible start in 2028. The deputy spokesman for the regional council, Korbinian Ruff, emphasizes that the planning is currently focused on the construction of a new company building that must be built before the tunnel renovation.
diversion plans in work
Aalen's mayor Wolfgang Steidle has announced that the city is in contact with the country to develop diversion plans. The traffic routing of the detour is currently still being planned because extensive traffic investigations are necessary. The planned full closure will not affect the State Garden Show 2026 in Ellwangen, which is important for many citizens. In order to defuse the Situation before the renovation, a speed limit for 50 km/h in the Rombachtunnel has been in place for some time to remedy technical defects. This was announced by the district office of the Ostalb district.
The renovation will include the renewal of the top layer of concrete, tunnel lighting as well as the fan systems and digital traffic ads. The estimated costs for the general renovation amount to around 30 million euros. This overall measure ensures that all technical facilities of the tunnel are brought up to date.
context for the renovation of other tunnels
Similar renovation work is carried out under Schlangenbader Straße in Berlin-Wilmersdorf. According to developing city.de this tunnel has a length of 570 meters and is completely closed until 2028. The basic work includes pollutant renovations and the renewal of outdated technical facilities. Although the Rombraight tunnel is not directly connected to this work, both projects reflect the need to keep the infrastructure up to date.The upcoming measures in Aalen also have an impact on traffic management and everyday life of the residents. The city administration asks for understanding for the upcoming restrictions and their need for general traffic safety.
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