Berlin's Tiergartentunnel Reopens Southbound for Cars After Extended Closure

The tunnel remains closed to trucks and buses due to ventilation issues, with no timeline yet for full repairs.

The Tiergartentunnel in Berlin has reopened southbound for vehicles under 3.5 tons after being closed for nearly a month.
The closure was caused by damage to ventilation systems, which were found to be inadequate for removing smoke in case of a fire involving larger vehicles.
Trucks and buses remain prohibited from using the tunnel, as the current ventilation system cannot support their safe passage.
The reopening was delayed due to the time required to install new signage, as electronic displays in the tunnel were unable to reflect the updated restrictions.
Berlin's financial constraints have hindered progress on a comprehensive repair plan for the tunnel's ventilation system, leaving the timeline for full restoration uncertain.