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Hiking Trail
· Goms (Gemeinde)
Gommer Forest Path Oberwald - Reckingen
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Hike in the mountain forestPhoto: Christian Pfammatter, CC BY, Goms Tourismus
On the south side of the upper Rhone Valley, the path leads on comfortable trails and forest paths from Oberwald to Reckingen.
As a comfortable one-day route of the Gommer forest path, the section from Oberwald to Reckingen is recommended. The forest provides shade for the hiker while sun-drenched villages and dreamy hamlets lie down in the valley.
Author’s recommendation
The Gommer Pass of the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn entitles the holder to free travel on the Oberwald - Fiesch Feriendorf route in 2nd class.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Rest stops
Golf Restaurant Source du RhôneSafety information
Use of the hiking trails is at your own risk. Obergoms Tourismus AG assumes no liability and takes 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 paths and observe all markings and signposts – for your own safety, to protect the landscape, and out of respect for wildlife. Be considerate towards other trail users. Take your waste and others' waste 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. In case of unstable weather, it is better to turn back early.
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. Inform yourself in advance about the current conditions and weather. The summer report provides valuable information from the region.
Tips and suggestions
Summer report at www.goms.ch/sommersportbericht
Timetable www.sbb.ch
Emergency number: 144
Roadbook
We start at Oberwald train station, then pass through the village of the same name and the neighboring hamlet of Unterwassern, before turning right onto a hiking trail that leads us south. On our way, we pass Obergesteln, catch a glimpse of Ulrichen and Münster-Geschinen, and finally descend to Reckingen.
Oberwald
Golf Restaurant Source du Rhône
Obergesteln
Pension Zum Lärch
Ulrichen
Geschinen
Münster
Reckingen
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
With the regional trains of the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn, you can reach Oberwald from Brig in 1h 23 min. The Goms is also easily accessible from the Zurich / Lucerne region via Andermatt - Furka Base Tunnel.
Timetables for trains and buses can be found at www.sbb.ch.
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Directions
From Brig, follow the 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.
Parking
Public parking spaces are available around the station or in the village of Oberwald. Please follow the local parking guidance system.Coordinates
Book recommendation by the author
At the tourist information offices and in most hotels and restaurants in Obergoms, you will find the following brochures:
- Obergoms summer map with hiking, cycling, and biking trails
- Holiday guide
Author’s map recommendations
Hiking map Goms, Rotten Verlag, 1:25,000
Topographic maps 1:25,000 Swisstopo: 1250 Ulrichen
Book recommendations for this region:
Recommended maps for this region:
Equipment
We recommend:
- Good footwear and hiking poles
- Sun and rain protection as well as warm clothing
- Detailed map or info material with good route preparation
- Provisions for your day in the great outdoors
- First-aid kit and mobile phone for emergencies
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
User Questions