Rhonequelle training trail

The Rhonequelle training cross-country ski trail starts at the church in Oberwald and runs in the direction of Gletsch. Since the route is partly also used as a winter hiking trail, you may encounter walkers here. The trail follows the pass road and offers a wonderful atmosphere, surrounded by snow-covered mountains and trees.

After the first hairpin bend, you pass under the steam train bridge, which operates in summer and autumn. Shortly afterward, the last, somewhat steeper climb begins. As soon as you reach the Hotel Rhonequelle, you can fully enjoy the descent back to Oberwald and let your cross-country skis glide relaxedly.

We recommend:

• Good cross-country skiing equipment
• Weather-appropriate (water- and windproof) warm clothing and headwear
• Sunglasses
• Good sun protection, even in cloudy weather. UV rays at high altitudes can be particularly strong in winter.

From Brig, follow the cantonal road no. 19 (Furka road) for 41 kilometers to Oberwald station.

The Goms is also well connected from the Zurich/Lucerne region via Andermatt and the Furka car shuttle.

The Alpine passes Furka, Grimsel, and Nufenen are closed in winter. Timetables for the Furka car shuttle can be found at www.matterhorngotthardbahn.ch

Parking spaces are available near the trails in the vicinity of the station or in the village of Oberwald. Please follow the local parking guidance system.

Accessible by train and bus.

From Monthey, Martigny, Sion, Sierre, and Visp: Get off at Brig. Then take the regional train (R43) of the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn. After 1 hour 23 minutes, get off at Oberwald.

The Goms is also easily reachable from the Zurich / Lucerne region via Andermatt and the Furka base tunnel.

Train schedules can be found at www.sbb.ch

• Winter sports report at http://www.goms.ch/wintersportbericht
• Rescue service phone number: 144

• Timetable www.sbb.ch

• Winter hikers, snowshoers, and dog owners are not allowed to enter the cross-country skiing trails.

At the tourist information offices, at the sales points of the Loipe Goms, and in most hotels and restaurants in Obergoms, you can find the following brochures:

• Winter map of Obergoms with trail plan
• Holiday guide

With a valid trail pass for the Loipe Goms, you can travel free of charge on the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn between Oberwald and Fiesch – even without cross-country skiing equipment.

The Loipe Goms is open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Use of the trails is at your own risk. The Obergoms Tourismus AG and the Loipe Goms disclaim all liability and accept no responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of the information on this website.

• Behave considerately toward other trail users. Every cross-country skier must adapt speed and behavior, especially on descents, to their ability and the visibility. In classic tracks and on the piste for free technique, skiing is done with appropriate safety distance to the skier ahead on the right side. Those who stop must step out of the trail.
• Through the winter sports report, you are always well informed about the current conditions (avalanche danger, trails, winter hiking trails, snowshoe trails, and road conditions).
• Use only marked trails and observe all signposts and instructions – for your own safety, to protect grazing animals and to avoid disturbing the peace of wildlife.
• Behave considerately toward the landscape. Take your own and others’ trash with you.
• Weather conditions in the mountains can change very quickly and without warning. Appropriate clothing is very important.
• Observe warning signals indicating danger, especially avalanche danger.
• Providing assistance in case of accidents is a matter of course. To alert rescue services, call 144.