- 6:00 h
- 20.31 km
- 949 m
- 761 m
- 1,359 m
- 1,789 m
- 430 m
- Start: Münster, railway station
- Destination: Bellwald, cable car Bellwald-Fürgangen
High above the valley runs the 27 km long Gommer Höhenweg through the fascinating and authentic natural and cultural landscape of the Goms. The path leads on beautiful trails through magnificent fragrant larch forests and over wide alpine meadows.
As a comfortable one-day route of the Gommer Höhenweg, the enjoyable section from Münster to Bellwald is recommended. Flowers that are otherwise only seen in botanical books line the varied path through the young Rhone valley. Down in the valley, villages and peaceful hamlets with their typical sun-tanned wooden houses can be found. In the distance, several four-thousand-meter peaks, including the striking pyramid of the Weisshorn (4505m), line the horizon.
The hike can also be undertaken in the opposite direction.
During the hike, you pass the mountain hut Walibach. Wonderful opportunities to stop and refresh.
Good to know
Pavements
Best to visit
Directions
Münster, railway station - Gifi - Schwendi - Guferschmatte - Bawald - Selkinerchäller - Wilerlärch - Bellwald
Tour information
Stop at an Inn
Equipment
We recommend:
- Good footwear and hiking poles
- Sun and rain protection as well as warm clothing
- Detailed maps or information material with good route preparation
- Provisions for your day in the open nature
- First aid kit and mobile phone for emergencies
Directions & Parking facilities
From Brig, follow the cantonal road No. 19 (Furkapass road) for 33 km to Münster.
The Goms is also well connected from the Zurich / Lucerne region via Andermatt - Furka car shuttle.
With the regional trains of the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn, you can reach Münster from Brig in 1h 10 min. The Goms is also well accessible from the Zurich / Lucerne region via Andermatt - Furka Base Tunnel.
The train and bus schedules can be found at www.sbb.ch.
Additional information
- Summer report at www.goms.ch/sommersportbericht
- Timetable www.sbb.ch
- Emergency service phone number: 144
Mountain restaurants on the Gommer Höhenweg:
Guferschmatte, Reckingen, www.goms.ch/gastro/bistro-guferschmatte
Mountain hut Walibach, Selkingen, www.berghütte-walibach.ch
Literature
At the tourist infos as well as in most hotels and restaurants in the Obergoms, you will find the following brochures:
- Summer map Obergoms with hiking, biking, and mountain biking routes
- Holiday guide
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
High above Reckingen is the rustic hut z'Guferschmatte. The food and drink menu is small, simple, and of course adjusted to genuine Goms products.
The mountain hut Walibach is also located on the Gommer Höhenweg at 1680 m above sea level, in the midst of our beautiful alpine world in the Bieligertal, and invites you to linger.
Safety guidelines
Use of the hiking trails is at your own risk. The Obergoms Tourismus AG disclaims all liability and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of the information on this website.
Carry a hiking map with you or download the complete description of the hiking trail with a large-scale map. Use only signposted routes and observe all markings and signposts - for your own safety, to protect the landscape, and out of respect for wildlife. Behave considerately towards other path users. Take your rubbish and any rubbish you find with you.
Weather conditions in the mountains can change very quickly and without warning. Suitable clothing and sufficient provisions (food and drink) are very important. In unsettled weather, it is better to return early.
Carry additional sun protection. UV rays at high altitudes can be very strong, even under cloudy skies.
Plan your route carefully and thoroughly. Inform yourself in advance about the current conditions and weather. The summer report provides valuable information from the region in this respect.
Map
- Hiking map Goms, Rotten Verlag, 1:25,000
- Topographic maps 1:25,000 Swisstopo: 1250 Ulrichen / 1270 Binntal
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