Mossmattentrail

3:30 h
20.25 km
855 m
855 m
1,327 m
2,126 m
799 m
Start: Ulrichen trainstation
Destination: Ulrichen Trainstation

The Moosmattentrail offers everything that makes a biker's heart beat faster: A crisp ascent, a flowing traverse and a varied descent.

The Mossmattentrail is part of the Valais Panorama Bike. The route starts on the Grimsel Pass and leads through the whole of Valais. The trail leads from Ulrichen train station along good forest roads to Chäller at 1,879 metres above sea level, where the trail turns into a newly created uphill singletrail. From here, you will have to push your bike to the highest point at 2,068 metres above sea level. The subsequent traverse in front of a breathtaking backdrop makes every biker's heart beat faster and features flow trails, hairpin bends and partly soft forest floor leading to Geschinen station. From Geschinen, the return is to the starting point in Ulrichen via the official cycle path.

Goms Tourismus

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Directions

The tour starts at Ulrichen station. First follow the hiking trail in the direction of the Nufenen Pass. Shortly before the small bridge that crosses the Aegina stream, leave the hiking trail and cross the Nufenen Pass road to reach the forest road (point 1583). Follow the forest road to the end at the Chäller (point 1879). This is where the uphill trail starts, and at times will require pushing the bike. The flowing and varied trail starts on a small peak at 2,050 metres above sea level and then climbs slightly uphill. Follow the trail until you reach a hiking trail junction and turn off in a north-easterly direction. This is the start of a downhill flow trail to Geschinen, where there is a choice of either riding along the Rottenvelo trail directly back to Ulrichen; or following the cycle path first in the direction of Brig to Münster, with a detour through the village, before returning via Geschinen to the tour’s starting point in Ulrichen.

Tour information

Loop Road
Stop at an Inn

Equipment

We recommend:

Mountainbike
Cycling helmet and gloves
Sun and rain protection and warm clothing
Detailed map or information material with good tour preparation
Food and Drinks for your day
First-aid kit and mobile phone for emergencies

Preparing for mountainbike outings

Directions & Parking facilities

Parking Ulrichen

Accessible by train and bus. Take the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway to Ulrichen station.

Remember to reserve a place for your mountain bike on the SBB mobile application or on sbb.ch.

Additional information

Summer report at ww.goms.ch
Timetable www.sbb.ch
Telephone number Swiss Rescue Service: 144

Literature

You will find the following brochures in the tourist information centres and in most hotels and restaurants in Goms:

Goms summer map with hiking trails, cycle and bike pathsSummer
Summermagazine

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

A highlight in autumn, when the larches glow golden.

Safety guidelines

The mountains are a place of pleasure to be shared and respected, offering space in which to meet up and share unforgettable moments, whether by bike or on foot. For all outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy them properly, it is essential that mountains are shared in a way that respects both Nature and agriculture. Respectful behaviour enables everyone to enjoy their hobby in the best possible conditions. Find out about the recommendations and rules in place.

Best practice guidelines

When planning, take into account participants’ fitness level and ability. All riding is at one’s own risk.

Plan your tour carefully and in detail. Find out about the current conditions and weather beforehand. The summer report will provide you with valuable information from the region.

Map

Wanderkarte Goms, Rotten Verlag, 1:25‘000
Landeskarten 1:25'000 Swisstopo: 1250 Ulrichen

Mossmattentrail

Contact

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