- 1:00 h
- 2.97 km
- 133 m
- 176 m
- 1,244 m
- 1,349 m
- 105 m
- Start: Ritzingen, Ritzibrücke
- Destination: Blitzingen, Bodmen
Between Ritzingen and Blitzingen stretches a band over three kilometers long through the snow-covered mountain landscape. An ideal cross-country ski route to get in shape. In addition to the Grafschaft training trail, the Oberwald-Obergesteln and Rhone Source training trails are also part of the over 100 km long network of the Goms trail.
Riding the training trails requires utmost concentration. The steep ascents of the black tracks really get your pulse racing, and the descents are not meant for relaxation. This especially applies to the Grafschaft training trail. Its altitude profile resembles a real mountain and valley ride.
As demanding routes of the Goms trail, the training trails can be ideally combined with other trails. Connected naturally, this creates an interval training for perfect fitness.
With the trail pass of the Goms trail, you can travel for free with the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway on the Oberwald-Fiesch route during the validity period.
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Equipment
We recommend:
- Good cross-country skiing equipment
- Weather-appropriate (water- and windproof) warm clothing and headwear
- Sunglasses
- Good sun protection, even in overcast weather. UV rays at high altitudes can be especially strong in winter.
Directions & Parking facilities
From Brig follow the cantonal road no. 19 (Furka road) for 27.3 km to Biel VS. Goms is also well connected from the Zurich/Lucerne region via Andermatt - Furka car shuttle train.
The Alpine passes Furka, Grimsel, and Nufenen are closed in winter. Timetables for the Furka car shuttle can be found at www.matterhorngotthardbahn.ch
With the regional trains of the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway, you can reach Biel VS from Brig in 58 minutes. Goms is also easily accessible from the Zurich/Lucerne region via Andermatt - Furka Base Tunnel. Train timetables can be found at www.sbb.ch.
Additional information
- Winter sports report at www.obergoms.ch/wintersportbericht
- Timetable www.sbb.ch
- Emergency phone number: 144
- Winter hikers, snowshoe hikers, and dog owners are not allowed to enter the cross-country trails.
Literature
In the tourist info centers, at the sales points of the Goms trail, as well as in most hotels and restaurants in Obergoms you will find the following brochures:
- Obergoms winter map with trail plan
- Holiday guide
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
Safety guidelines
The Goms trail is open from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Use of the trails is at your own risk. The Obergoms Tourism AG and the Goms trail disclaim all liability and accept no responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of the information on this website.
Only use marked trails and observe all markings and signs - for your own safety, for the protection of the landscape, and out of respect for wildlife.
Behave considerately towards other trail users. Every cross-country skier must adapt speed and behavior to their skill and visibility, especially on descents. In classic tracks and on the free technique piste, keep a safe distance to the skier ahead and keep to the right side. Anyone stopping must step out of the trail. Assisting in accidents is a matter of course. To alert emergency services dial 144.
Weather conditions in the mountains can change very quickly and without warning. Proper clothing is very important.
Through the winter sports report, you are always well informed about current conditions (avalanche risk, trails, winter hiking paths, snowshoe trails, and road condition).
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