Goms, 23.01.2026 - From Friday to Sunday (23 - 25.01.2026), the international cross-country skiing elite will be guests at the Goms Nordic Center. During these three World Cup days, a total of around 240 athletes will compete in six competitions. Guaranteed snow, challenging courses, state-of-the-art infrastructure and a fantastic audience make for unforgettable competitions. Today's kick-off has already been a complete success: around 2,000 spectators were able to experience thrilling competitions at the highest level in beautiful weather.
After a two-year hiatus, Goms is back on the international cross-country skiing stage and is one of the venues for this year's Coop FIS Cross-Country World Cup. However, the snow-sure Valais high valley is not just a stronghold for professional cross-country skiing and biathlon, but also has a lot to offer amateur cross-country skiers.
The team sprint kicked off the World Cup weekend in Goms on Friday. In this attractive format, the 15 best teams qualify for the final round. After qualifying, the Swiss had justified hopes of a podium place. Team "Switzerland I" with Janik Riebli and Valerio Grond won the qualification. In the final, they were able to stay in the lead until halfway through the race. In the final laps, however, they ran out of steam. The varied course with two uphill sections demanded everything from the cross-country skiers. In the end, the Swiss team finished in 6th place. The Norwegians around Harald Oestberg Amundsen and Einar Hedegart extended their lead in the last of the six laps and won confidently ahead of "Italy I" with Elia Barp and Federico Pellegrino and the US team Ben Ogden/Gus Schumacher.
It was a similar picture for the Swiss women. After 13th place in qualifying, Nadja Kaelin and Alina Meier were in contention for a podium place for a long time. Around 2,000 spectators, including school classes from the Münster day school, cheered the athletes on loudly. In the end, the Swiss women had to let the front runners go and also finished in 6th place.
In the women's event, the strong German team of Laura Gimmler and Coletta Rydzek came out on top. Second place went to "Norway I" with Astrid Oeyre Slind and Julie Bjervig Drivenes. The podium was completed by the second Norwegian team of Karoline Groetting and Tiril Udnes Weng.
The organizing committee was satisfied with the start of the World Cup weekend. The weather was better than expected and is expected to be fine on Saturday and Sunday too.
Endless cross-country skiing
With over 100 kilometers of perfectly groomed trails, modern infrastructure and a wide range of options for beginners, families and ambitious athletes, the region offers ideal conditions for unforgettable cross-country skiing experiences. The extensive network of trails stretches from Oberwald to Niederwald and boasts guaranteed snow, varied route profiles and an impressive alpine backdrop. Classic or skating, flat or challenging - everyone will find the right trail in Goms.
Varied offers for every level
In addition to the freely accessible network of cross-country ski trails, Goms also has a wide range of specialized offers: Cross-country skiing schools and courses for beginners, returners and advanced skiers / Guided tours by experienced guides who teach technique, safety and nature knowledge / Children's and family offers that make getting started fun / Barrier-free trails for people with limited mobility. Numerous rental stations, service points and modern changing and shower facilities ensure convenience and short distances.
Gourmet cross-country skiing" offer
Glide through the picturesque winter landscape from Oberwald to Niederwald and enjoy a delicious 3-course menu in selected restaurants? The gourmet cross-country skiing offer makes it possible. Participants decide for themselves where to enjoy which course. The 3-course menu (without drinks), without cross-country ski ticket costs 68 francs; the 3-course menu (without drinks), with cross-country ski ticket costs 84 francs.
The special challenge
The Gommer Challenge offers the opportunity to push yourself to peak performance or to compete against other runners. Digital time recording via website or GPS device makes the perfect challenge possible. Four different stages on blue, green or black trails (classic and skating) are available free of charge and unlimited. The start of the Gommer Challenge is at the Nordic Center in Ulrichen.
About Goms: Goms lies in the heart of the Swiss Alps. The high valley around its original mountain villages is a paradise for nature lovers, sports enthusiasts and those seeking peace and quiet. With up to 300 days of sunshine a year, a stay in the great outdoors is a radiant pleasure. The nature is unique, the landscape characterized by the mountains. Goms is not only a paradise in winter. In summer, too, you can enjoy sport and well-deserved rest in Goms. In the restaurants, Goms' top chefs conjure up true works of art on the plate. Hospitality has always been a top priority in Goms. The king of hoteliers and hotelier of kings, Caesar Ritz, was born and grew up here.
All information about the event as well as the competition and supporting program can be found here:
www.weltcup-goms.ch
Images from the first race day - World Cup:
https://www.swisstransfer.com/d/58c2ba7a-dbdf-41b7-a789-b113128da125
Contact World Cup: medien@weltcup-goms.ch
Contact destination: maria-sol.burgener@goms.ch
After a two-year hiatus, Goms is back on the international cross-country skiing stage and is one of the venues for this year's Coop FIS Cross-Country World Cup. However, the snow-sure Valais high valley is not just a stronghold for professional cross-country skiing and biathlon, but also has a lot to offer amateur cross-country skiers.
The team sprint kicked off the World Cup weekend in Goms on Friday. In this attractive format, the 15 best teams qualify for the final round. After qualifying, the Swiss had justified hopes of a podium place. Team "Switzerland I" with Janik Riebli and Valerio Grond won the qualification. In the final, they were able to stay in the lead until halfway through the race. In the final laps, however, they ran out of steam. The varied course with two uphill sections demanded everything from the cross-country skiers. In the end, the Swiss team finished in 6th place. The Norwegians around Harald Oestberg Amundsen and Einar Hedegart extended their lead in the last of the six laps and won confidently ahead of "Italy I" with Elia Barp and Federico Pellegrino and the US team Ben Ogden/Gus Schumacher.
It was a similar picture for the Swiss women. After 13th place in qualifying, Nadja Kaelin and Alina Meier were in contention for a podium place for a long time. Around 2,000 spectators, including school classes from the Münster day school, cheered the athletes on loudly. In the end, the Swiss women had to let the front runners go and also finished in 6th place.
In the women's event, the strong German team of Laura Gimmler and Coletta Rydzek came out on top. Second place went to "Norway I" with Astrid Oeyre Slind and Julie Bjervig Drivenes. The podium was completed by the second Norwegian team of Karoline Groetting and Tiril Udnes Weng.
The organizing committee was satisfied with the start of the World Cup weekend. The weather was better than expected and is expected to be fine on Saturday and Sunday too.
Endless cross-country skiing
With over 100 kilometers of perfectly groomed trails, modern infrastructure and a wide range of options for beginners, families and ambitious athletes, the region offers ideal conditions for unforgettable cross-country skiing experiences. The extensive network of trails stretches from Oberwald to Niederwald and boasts guaranteed snow, varied route profiles and an impressive alpine backdrop. Classic or skating, flat or challenging - everyone will find the right trail in Goms.
Varied offers for every level
In addition to the freely accessible network of cross-country ski trails, Goms also has a wide range of specialized offers: Cross-country skiing schools and courses for beginners, returners and advanced skiers / Guided tours by experienced guides who teach technique, safety and nature knowledge / Children's and family offers that make getting started fun / Barrier-free trails for people with limited mobility. Numerous rental stations, service points and modern changing and shower facilities ensure convenience and short distances.
Gourmet cross-country skiing" offer
Glide through the picturesque winter landscape from Oberwald to Niederwald and enjoy a delicious 3-course menu in selected restaurants? The gourmet cross-country skiing offer makes it possible. Participants decide for themselves where to enjoy which course. The 3-course menu (without drinks), without cross-country ski ticket costs 68 francs; the 3-course menu (without drinks), with cross-country ski ticket costs 84 francs.
The special challenge
The Gommer Challenge offers the opportunity to push yourself to peak performance or to compete against other runners. Digital time recording via website or GPS device makes the perfect challenge possible. Four different stages on blue, green or black trails (classic and skating) are available free of charge and unlimited. The start of the Gommer Challenge is at the Nordic Center in Ulrichen.
About Goms: Goms lies in the heart of the Swiss Alps. The high valley around its original mountain villages is a paradise for nature lovers, sports enthusiasts and those seeking peace and quiet. With up to 300 days of sunshine a year, a stay in the great outdoors is a radiant pleasure. The nature is unique, the landscape characterized by the mountains. Goms is not only a paradise in winter. In summer, too, you can enjoy sport and well-deserved rest in Goms. In the restaurants, Goms' top chefs conjure up true works of art on the plate. Hospitality has always been a top priority in Goms. The king of hoteliers and hotelier of kings, Caesar Ritz, was born and grew up here.
All information about the event as well as the competition and supporting program can be found here:
www.weltcup-goms.ch
Images from the first race day - World Cup:
https://www.swisstransfer.com/d/58c2ba7a-dbdf-41b7-a789-b113128da125
Contact World Cup: medien@weltcup-goms.ch
Contact destination: maria-sol.burgener@goms.ch