Relocation of the Naubrücke in Laufen

The referendum opposing the relocation of the Naubrücke in Laufen was rejected, thereby clearing the way for the start of the project. The objective is to consolidate road and rail traffic along the railway embankment while at the same time creating a continuous leisure and recreational area that integrates future uses for living, working, recreation and leisure. At the same time, the project forms part of a broader flood protection strategy.

For this reason, the Naubrücke will be relocated downstream of the Birs River, behind the ice sports and leisure hall, and rebuilt at this new location. In future, an underpass will provide a direct connection between the ice rink and the swimming pool. In addition, a new route for pedestrian and cycle traffic will be created. As the planned road alignment affects the climbing hall currently used by the SAC Hohe Winde section, the project also includes the relocation of this facility. A suitable site in the immediate vicinity of the ice sports hall has already been identified.

Blaser Architekten are supporting the project and, within the ARX Group SA planning team, are responsible for the architectural services.

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image credit: Kanton Basel Landschaft

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