- 2:00 h
- 24.97 km
- 115 m
- 280 m
- 1,196 m
- 1,376 m
- 180 m
- Start: Oberwald, station
- Destination: Oberwald, station
The practically flat Rottenweg along the young Rhone is ideal for exploring Goms. Sometimes over wide meadows, sometimes through light forests, the Rottenweg leads from village to village. This leisurely bike path invites you to discover the excellent Obergoms gastronomy. Hikers and strollers are often seen on the Rottenweg as well. A pleasure path for young and old, big and small.
Good to know
Best to visit
Directions
Oberwald - Obergesteln - Ulrichen - Geschinen - Münster - Reckingen - Gluringen - Ritzingen - Biel - Selkingen - Blitzingen - Niederwald - Steinhaus - Mühlebach - Ernen
Tour information
Stop at an Inn
Equipment
We recommend:
- Technically flawless bike or bicycle with bell
- Bicycle helmet and gloves
- Sun and rain protection as well as warm clothing
- Detailed maps or information materials with good route preparation
- Provisions for your day in the great outdoors
- First aid kit and mobile phone for emergencies
Directions & Parking facilities
From Brig, follow the cantonal road no. 19 (Furkastrasse) for about 40 km to Oberwald.
Goms is also well connected from the Zurich / Lucerne region via Andermatt - car shuttle Furka www.matterhorngotthardbahn.ch .
With the regional trains of the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn, you can reach Oberwald from Brig in 1 hour 23 minutes. Goms is also well accessible from the Zurich / Lucerne region via Andermatt - Furka Base Tunnel.
The schedules of trains and buses can be found at www.sbb.ch.
Additional information
- Summer report at https://www.goms.ch/sommersportbericht
- Timetable www.sbb.ch
- Emergency service phone number: 144
Literature
At the tourist information offices and in most hotels and restaurants in Obergoms, you will find the following brochures:
- Obergoms summer map with hiking, cycling, and bike routes
- Holiday guide
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
The bike route can be extended as desired to Fiesch or along the Rhone Route No. 1 to Brig.
Safety guidelines
Use of the bike and bicycle paths is at your own risk. Obergoms Tourismus AG disclaims any liability and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of the information on this website.
Carry a bike map with you or download the complete description of the bike route with a large-scale map. During your tour, it is recommended to use only marked paths and roads. Respect the rules of Swiss road traffic and observe all signposts and instructions - for your own safety, for the protection of the landscape, and in respect of wildlife. Behave considerately towards other path users. Take your waste and other people's waste with you.
Weather conditions can change very quickly in the mountains and without warning. Appropriate clothing and sufficient provisions (food and drink) are very important. In case of bad weather, it is better to turn back early.
Carry additional sun protection. UV rays at high altitudes can be very strong, even on cloudy days.
Plan your route carefully and thoroughly. Inform yourself in advance about the current conditions and weather. The summer report https://www.goms.ch/sommersportbericht provides valuable information from the region.
Map
Hiking map Goms, Rotten Verlag, 1:25'000
National maps 1:25'000 Swisstopo: 1250 Ulrichen / 1270 Binntal
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