- 3:47 h
- 30.48 km
- 1,048 m
- 1,048 m
- 1,345 m
- 2,239 m
- 894 m
- Start: Oberwald, train station
- Destination: Oberwald, train station
The high altitude route offers deep insights into the impressive mountain landscape of Goms. Those seeking sporting challenges in nature, away from busy tourist streams, will get their full money’s worth here. The views you get to see during this route will remain in your memory forever.
Good to know
Pavements
Best to visit
Directions
From Oberwald train station, you cycle north on the bike path and soon find yourself on a winding route that quickly gains altitude. After just under four kilometers, you leave the paved path to the left. On the climb, over 1000 meters of elevation are overcome, but it proceeds more or less evenly.
After about 10 kilometers, a short trail descent follows, then the path continues with alternating ups and downs. You reach the highest point of the route at about 2250 meters altitude, then a long and beautiful descent follows – first along a path, then on switchbacks and finally downhill to Ulrichen. There you cross the railway tracks and cycle leisurely along the Rhône back to Oberwald.
Tour information
Loop Road
Equipment
Our recommendation: technically flawless bike, helmet, gloves and bell, weather-appropriate clothing (always bring rain protection), drink and food
Directions & Parking facilities
You can reach Oberwald from Visp/Brig by train. Remember to reserve a place for your mountain bike via the SBB Mobile app or on sbb.ch.
Additional information
- Summer report at www.goms.ch/sommersportbericht
- Timetable www.sbb.ch
- Emergency number: 144
Literature
The tourist offices in Goms provide you with information materials and brochures on mountain biking in the destination.
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
To shorten the route, you can descend directly from Gämschfax to Obergesteln.
Safety guidelines
Use only the marked bike paths and roads and follow the signs. Please close gates and fences behind you. Be considerate of hikers as well as plants and animals. Hikers generally have the right of way. Assess your own skills and fitness well. Riding the various routes is always at your own risk.
Map
Hiking map Goms, Rotten Verlag, 1:25,000
Topographic maps 1:25,000 Swisstopo: 1250 Ulrichen
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