"The implementation of the Andermatt-Sedrun ski area linkage was unique in Switzerland". Michael Müller, media spokesman for the Federal Office of Transport explains in this podcast how the overall approval procedure differs from others. "We even adapted the law as a result of our good experiences in Andermatt".

Silvio Schmid was CEO of Andermatt-Sedrun Sport AG at the time. He was the interface between the project and operations. Everything ended up going through him. When he received the letter with the approval of the overall concept, he was happy that he could now build one run after the other. "The real work started afterwards, when all the detailed projects had to be discussed, planned and submitted for approval."

The realisation of this linkage was only possible because all parties involved were brought to the same table. This included the environmental organisations. They were represented by Regula Bollier. "It is difficult for me to draw a conclusion. But I think we got the best out of it for nature."

The promise of creating a great ski resort was fulfilled after four years of construction. "I had tears in my eyes when the Schneehüenerstock flyer was inaugurated in 2018," says Silvio Schmid.

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