- 5:00 h
- 12.72 km
- 1,182 m
- 86 m
- 1,364 m
- 2,519 m
- 1,155 m
- Start: Oberwald, station
- Destination: Furka Pass height
The nice hike to the Furka Pass starts in Oberwald. Passing the mountain village Gere, which used to be independent and even had its own jurisdiction, you finally reach Alp Lenges, where the Oberwald cattle graze. From the elongated mountain ridge Bidmer you enjoy a magnificent mountain panorama with the Rhone Glacier and its extensive valley. The path then leisurely leads you through the galleries of Hirschplatten to the Furka Pass height.
IMPORTANT: The Muttbach bridge (military road Furka Pass towards Tälligrat) can no longer be crossed due to climate change (the foundations of the bridge are shifting). However, a small detour marked with rock cairns can be found on site - so it is possible to cross the creek.
Good to know
Best to visit
Directions
Oberwald - Mountain village Gere - Alp Lenges - Bidmer - Furka Pass height
Equipment
We recommend:
- Good footwear and hiking poles
- Sun and rain protection as well as warm clothing
- Detailed map or information material with good route preparation
- Provisions for your day in the open nature
- First aid kit and mobile phone for emergencies
Directions & Parking facilities
From Brig follow Cantonal Road No. 19 (Furka Road) for about 40 km to Oberwald.
The Goms is also well connected from the Zurich / Lucerne region via Andermatt - Furka car shuttle www.matterhorngotthardbahn.ch .
With the regional trains of the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway you get from Brig to Oberwald in 1h 23 min. The Goms is also well accessible from the Zurich / Lucerne region via Andermatt - Furka Base Tunnel.
Timetables for trains and buses can be found at www.sbb.ch.
Additional information
Literature
At the tourist information offices as well as in most hotels and restaurants in Obergoms you will find the following brochures:
- Obergoms summer map with hiking, cycling and bike routes
- Holiday companion
Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author
The Gommer Pass of the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway entitles the holder to free travel in 2nd class on the route Oberwald - Fiesch holiday village
Safety guidelines
Use of the hiking trails is at your own risk. The Obergoms Tourism AG disclaims any liability and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of the information on this website.
Carry a hiking map with you or download the complete description of the hiking trail with a large-scale map. Use only signposted trails and observe all markings and signs - for your own safety, to protect the landscape and out of respect for wildlife. Be considerate towards other trail users. Take your rubbish and rubbish of others with you.
Weather conditions in the mountains can change very quickly and without warning. Appropriate clothing and sufficient provisions (food and drink) are very important. Turn back early in case of bad weather.
Carry additional sun protection. UV rays at high altitudes can be very strong, even when the sky is overcast.
Plan your route carefully and thoroughly. Get information about the current conditions and weather in advance. The summer report provides valuable information from the region.
Map
Hiking map Goms, Rotten Publishing, 1:25'000
Topographic maps 1:25,000 Swisstopo: 1250 Ulrichen / 1231 Urseren
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