North Portal (Göschenen)
Currently, there is moderate traffic at North Portal (Göschenen) with a waiting time of 7 minutes, which corresponds to a congestion length of 700 meters. This information is crucial for travelers planning their journey through one of the busiest tunnels in Switzerland. Please consider this waiting time in your travel plans.
Waiting time
7 minutes
Moderate traffic
Congestion length
700 meters
Data fetched at: 16:42:57
Disclaimer: The traffic data is updated periodically and may not represent real-time conditions.
Gotthard Tunnel North Portal in Göschenen, Switzerland: Northern Gateway to the Swiss Alps
The Gotthard Tunnel North Portal, located in Göschenen, Switzerland, is a vital access point for trans-Alpine travel, linking central Switzerland with the Italian-speaking south. Positioned at 46.6681° N, 8.5863° E at an elevation of 1,080 meters, the North Portal opens to the 16.9-kilometer Gotthard Road Tunnel, one of the longest tunnels globally and a key connector between northern and southern Europe.
This portal supports safe and efficient travel with advanced ventilation systems, emergency phones, and fire extinguishers strategically placed along the tunnel's length. Drivers should maintain a speed limit of 80 km/h for optimal safety within the tunnel. A rest area is conveniently located shortly after the tunnel exit, allowing drivers a place to recharge after their journey. The Gotthard Tunnel North Portal provides a direct, dependable route through the breathtaking Swiss Alps, supporting seamless Alpine transit and vital cross-border travel.