- 1:00 h
- 542 m
- 13 m
- 17 m
- 1,366 m
- 1,382 m
- 16 m
- Start: Münster, Obergoms Tourismus, Tourist Info
- Destination: Münster, Nepomuk stable
The village of Münster was first mentioned around 1221 under the name Musterium. The later usual name Monasterium refers to a monastery. The village was also called "Comes" or "Conches," both meaning valley basin. Münster is located on the western flank of a large debris fan and also at the exit of the Münstiger Valley.
In front of the office of Obergoms Tourismus AG in Münster stands a red information pillar. It serves as the starting point for the cultural route. In a compartment, free brochures for the self-guided village tour are available. They contain historical backgrounds and information about the respective buildings and constructions along the route.
The cultural routes Münster + Geschinen were initiated by the association Kulturlandschaft Münster-Geschinen. Since its founding in 2006, it has been committed to the rich cultural heritage of the Obergoms villages Münster and Geschinen. The association relies on numerous locals as well as many guests of our region. More than 100 members support the activities of the association.
Good to know
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Best to visit
Directions
In front of the office of Obergoms Tourismus AG stands a red information pillar. It serves as the starting point for the cultural route.
Schützenhaus (1.1) - Speicher (1.2) - Heidenhaus (1.3) - Römerhaus (1.4) - St. Margarethen Chapel (1.5) - Residential house and butcher's shop (1.6) - Barn (1.7) - Converted hay barn (1.9) - Bakehouse (2.1) - Residence Domherr Guntern (2.2) - Stable (2.3)
Tour information
Cultural Interesting
Loop Road
Stop at an Inn
Suitable for Pushchair
Equipment
We recommend:
- Waterproof footwear and hiking poles
- Headwear as well as warm and protective outdoor clothing
- Sun protection
- Detailed map or informational material
Directions & Parking facilities
From Brig, follow the cantonal road no. 19 (Furka road) for about 33 km to Münster. The Goms is also well connected from the Zürich / Lucerne region via Andermatt -
The alpine passes Furka, Grimsel, and Nufenen are closed in winter.
With the regional trains of the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway, you can reach Münster from Brig in 1 hour and 9 minutes. The Goms region is also easily accessible from the Zürich / Lucerne region via Andermatt - Furka Base Tunnel.
The timetables for trains and buses are available at www.sbb.ch.
Additional information
- Summer report at www.goms.ch/sommersportbericht
- Timetable www.sbb.ch
- Emergency phone number: 144
Literature
At the tourist information offices as well as in most hotels and restaurants in Goms, you will find the following brochures:
- Summer map of Goms with hiking, cycling, and mountain bike routes
- Summer and winter magazine
- Brochure
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
We recommend a short detour to the parish church Münster.
Safety guidelines
Use of the themed paths is at your own risk. Obergoms Tourismus AG denies all liability and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of the information on this website.
Conditions on site may cause changes to the route. Carry a map with you or download the complete description of the themed path with a large-scale map.
Carry additional sun protection. UV rays at high altitudes can be particularly strong in winter, even under cloudy skies.
Map
Hiking map Goms, Rotten Publishing, scale 1:25,000
Topographic maps 1:25,000 Swisstopo: 1250 Ulrichen
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