Longest Underwater Tunnels in the World

Zee Media Bureau
Jul 24, 2024

Engineering Marvel

The construction of underwater tunnels is a remarkable feat of engineering, requiring innovative solutions and precision

Seikan Tunnel, Japan

The Seikan Tunnel opened in 1988, holds the record for the longest underwater tunnel

Channel Tunnel, UK/France

Connecting England and France, the Channel Tunnel (Eurotunnel) enabling high-speed rail travel between the two nations

Tokyo Bay Aqua-Line, Japan

It's opened in 1997, crosses Tokyo Bay, providing a vital transportation link between the cities of Kawasaki and Kisarazu

Ryfast Tunnel, Norway

The Ryfast Tunnel, completed in 2019, is the longest subsea road tunnel in the world

Eysturoyartunnilin, Faroe Islands

It opened in 2020, and connects the islands of Streymoy and Eysturoy, reducing travel time and enhancing connectivity

Great Belt Bridge tunnel, Denmark

The Great Belt Bridge tunnel, opened in 1998, the Great Belt Strait, forming part of the fixed link between Zealand and Funen

Eiksund Tunnel, Norway

The Eiksund Tunnel opened in 2008, making it one of the longest subsea tunnels in the world

Qingdao Jiaozhou Bay Tunnel, China

Opened in 2011, it crosses Jiaozhou Bay, providing a vital transportation artery for the city of Qingdao

North Cape Tunnel, Norway

The North Cape Tunnel opened in 1999, beneath the Magerøysundet strait, connecting the islands of Magerøya and Honningsvåg.

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