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Lærdal Tunnel

24.5 km

Longest road tunnel in the world (Norway)

Confirmed Bridges and tunnels · Verified 2026-10-30 · WWV-BU-006

The Lærdal Tunnel in Norway is 24.5 km long and carries the E16 road between Lærdal and Aurland. It opened in 2000 and has three large caves with blue and yellow lighting that give drivers a break from the monotony.

Tunnel lengths are quoted in full road distance. Several longer rail tunnels exist.

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