Přerov wants to assess a different variant of the tunnel construction for the high-speed rail line, which is to be 3 kilometers longer

The city of Přerov is requesting an assessment of a longer tunnel option for the high-speed rail line, proposing a 3.5-kilometer tunnel instead of the planned 450-meter one. The local government aims for the Ministry of the Environment to return the environmental impact assessment documentation for further evaluation. Mayor Petr Vrána emphasizes the need for a thorough comparison of the longer tunnel option with the current plan, considering both technical and environmental aspects. Concerns include noise pollution and landscape impact, with demands for a comprehensive noise study and quality architectural solutions. The high-speed rail project is estimated to cost between 60 and 80 billion crowns, with construction expected to start no earlier than 2028.