Tunnel to shut as ceiling cracks demand action

Water leaks and ceiling cracks have finally caught up with Gothenburg's Lundby Tunnel. The 2,060-meter structure closes for a two-year renovation in September.

One of Sweden’s longest road tunnels is heading into a major overhaul. The Lundby Tunnel in Gothenburg, stretching 2,060 meters, will close for a two-year renovation starting in September, according to the Swedish Transport Administration.

The primary driver is structural deterioration. Cracks in the tunnel ceiling have allowed water to leak through for years, creating safety hazards including ice formation during winter months.

“There have been cracks in the ceiling for many years. Many drivers have noticed large water droplets on their windshields. That’s leakage, and in winter there’s a risk of icicles that have to be knocked down,” said Simon Hulander, project manager at the Swedish Transport Administration.

The closure will be phased to minimize disruption. Workers will tackle one tube at a time, keeping one direction of traffic open throughout the project. Running two-way traffic through a single tube was ruled out on safety grounds.

Beyond the structural repairs, the project will include upgraded signage, new cameras, fans and guardrails.

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