The more or less even trail Rottenweg, alongside young Rhone river is perfect to explore the Goms. At one point across wide meadows, at another point through sparse forest the Rottenweg trail leads from village to village. This comfortable biking trail therefore really invites to discover the excellent gastronomy of Obergoms area. Also hikers or buggies are often seen on Rottenweg trail. A pleasureble trail for young and old, junior and senior alike.
Biking pleasure on Rottenweg trail
- easy
- 24,97 km
- 2 hours
- 115 m
- 280 m
- start: Oberwald, station
- destination: Oberwald, station
Best Season
Good to know
- Stop at an Inn
Oberwald, station
Oberwald, station
Oberwald - Obergesteln - Ulrichen - Geschinen - Münster - Reckingen - Gluringen - Ritzingen - Biel - Selkingen - Blitzingen - Niederwald - Steinhaus - Mühlebach - Ernen
The use of the bike paths is at your own risk. Obergoms Tourismus AG disclaims all liability and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of the information on this website.
Take a map with you or download the complete description of the route with a large-scale map. During your tour it is advisable to use only marked paths and roads. Respect the rules of Swiss road traffic and follow all signs and instructions - for your own safety, for the protection of the landscape and in respect for wildlife. Be considerate of other users. Take your rubbish and that of others with you.
Weather conditions in the mountains can change very quickly and without warning. Adequate clothing and provisions (food and drink) are very important. If the weather is unstable, it is better to turn around early. Carry additional sun protection with you. UV rays at high altitudes can be very strong, even when the sky is overcast.
Plan your tour carefully and in detail. Inform yourself in advance about the current conditions and weather conditions. The summer sports report https://www.goms.ch/en/summer-sports-report provides you with valuable information from the region.
We recommend:
- Technically flawless bike or bicycle with bell
- Bicycle helmet and gloves
- Sun and rain protection and warm clothing
- Detailed map or information material with good tour preparation
- Provisions for your day in the great outdoors
- Pocket pharmacy and mobile phone for emergencies
The Rottenweg trail can be extended until Fiesch or on Rhone route No. 1 until Brig, at one's convenience.
From Brig follow cantonal road No 19 (Furkastrasse) for 40 km to Oberwald.
The Goms valley is also easily accessible from direction Zurich / Lucerne via Andermatt – car transport Furka
Public parking spaces are available in the vicinity of the railway station or in the village of Oberwald. Follow the local parking guidance system.
The regional trains of the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway take you from Brig to Oberwald in 1h 23 min. The Goms valley is also easily accessible from the Zurich / Lucerne via Andermatt and the Furka base tunnel.
The timetables for all trains and busses can be found at www.sbb.ch.
You will find the following brochures in the tourist information offices and in most hotels and restaurants in Obergoms:
- Summer map of Obergoms with hiking paths and bike trails
- Holiday companion
Hiking map, Rotten Verlag, 1:25‘000
National maps 1:25'000 Swisstopo: 1250 Ulrichen / 1270 Binntal
Summer report at https://www.goms.ch/en/summer-sports-report
Time table www.sbb.ch
Telephone number of rescue service: 144