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Snowshoeing in Switzerland - naturally in Goms, the mountain village
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Circular trail Stalen chapel
Winter Hiking
· Goms
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/ Bergdorf ReckingenPhoto: David Singh, Obergoms Tourismus AG -
/ Mountain village Reckingen from abovePhoto: ©christianpfammatter, CC BY, Obergoms Tourismus AG
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/ Well signposted winter hiking trailsPhoto: ©christianpfammatter, Obergoms Tourismus AG
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/ Orientation in Goms thanks to winter mapPhoto: ©christianpfammatter, Obergoms Tourismus AG
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/ Winter hiking in the Goms valleyPhoto: ©christianpfammatter, Obergoms Tourismus AG
These winter hikes lead from Reckingen on an attractiv circular track through deeply snow-covered larch forest to romantically situated Stalen chapel. A singular place of power with beautiful sight to village Reckingen and Gommer mountain landscape.
easy
4.6 km
1:30 h
163 m
163 m
These winter hikes lead from Reckingen on an attractiv circular track through deeply snow-covered larch forest to romantically situated Stalen chapel. A singular place of power with beautiful sight to village Reckingen and Gommer mountain landscape.
See also
Obergoms Tourismus AG
Furkastrasse 53
3985 Münster
Tel.: +41 (0)27 974 68 68
E-Mail: tourismus@obergoms.ch
Internet: www.obergoms.ch
Wintersportbericht: http://www.obergoms.ch/wispo/index.php
See also
Obergoms Tourismus AG
Furkastrasse 53
3985 Münster
Tel.: +41 (0)27 974 68 68
E-Mail: tourismus@obergoms.ch
Internet: www.obergoms.ch
Wintersportbericht: http://www.obergoms.ch/wispo/index.php
Author’s recommendation
On your return to Reckingen you have earned yourself a reward at Hotel Glocke!
Author
Dario Imwinkelried
Updated: November 04, 2020
Difficulty
easy
Stamina
Landscape
Highest point
1,479 m
Lowest point
1,312 m
Best time of year
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Safety information
The use of the winter hiking trails 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. Use only signposted paths and observe all markings and signs - 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, especially in winter, even when the sky is overcast.
Plan your tour carefully and in detail. Inform yourself in advance about the current conditions (avalanche danger, cross-country ski runs, winter hiking trails, snow trails and road conditions) and weather conditions. The winter sports report provides you with valuable information from the region.
Tips, hints and links
- Winter sports report at https://www.obergoms.ch/winter-report
- Time table www.sbb.ch
- Telephone number of rescue service: 144
- Avalanche bulletin and snow situation at www.slf.ch
Start
Reckingen, station (1,315 m)
Coordinates:
SwissGrid
2'661'854E 1'146'671N
DD
46.468517, 8.243937
DMS
46°28'06.7"N 8°14'38.2"E
UTM
32T 441952 5146382
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Destination
Reckingen, station
Turn-by-turn directions
Reckingen - Stadle - Äbmete - Stalenkapelle - Stadle - Reckingen
Note
all notes on protected areas
Public transport
Public transport friendly
The regional trains of the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway take you from Brig to Reckingen in 1h 03 min. The Goms valley is also easily accessible from the Zurich / Lucerne via Andermatt and the Furka base tunnel. The timetables for all trains can be found at www.sbb.ch.Getting there
From Brig follow cantonal road No 19 (Furkastrasse) to Reckingen. The Goms valley is also easily accessible from direction Zurich / Lucerne via Andermatt – car transport Furka. The Alpine passes Furka, Grimsel and Nufenen are closed in winter.The timetables for the car transport Furka can be found at www.matterhorngotthardbahn.ch
Parking
Parking options are available at the train station in ReckingenCoordinates
SwissGrid
2'661'854E 1'146'671N
DD
46.468517, 8.243937
DMS
46°28'06.7"N 8°14'38.2"E
UTM
32T 441952 5146382
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
Book recommendation by the author
You will find the following brochures in the tourist information offices, at the sales points of the Loipe Goms as well as in most hotels and restaurants in Obergoms:
- Winter map of Obergoms with cross country trail plan
- Holiday companion
Author’s map recommendations
National maps 1:25'000 Swisstopo: 1250 Ulrichen
Equipment
We recommend good snowshoes:- Good footwear and sturdy poles
- Detailed map or information material with good tour preparation
- Weatherproof (waterproof and windproof) warm clothing and headgear
- Sunglasses
- Good sun protection, even in cloudy weather. UV rays at high altitudes can be very strong, especially in winter.
- Provisions for your day in the great outdoors
Difficulty
easy
Distance
4.6 km
Duration
1:30h
Ascent
163 m
Descent
163 m
Public transport friendly
Scenic
Loop
Family friendly
Cultural/historical value
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The wind can carry me for kilometres and kilometres. Sometimes I pile up into huge mounts. I get all effusive if you jump in me. I give way when you ride through me. I blur your vision. I get the smallest crevices. If you get a taste, you cannot get enough of me. Try and describe me and words will fail you. I turn forests into fairylands. If you glide across me, I will swallow all your sounds. Slide over me and I will give you joy. Tour skis love me. Give me a visit. I am your powder snow.
Goms – the true winter wonderland: Eight marked out and safe snowshoe treks, countless ski tours for pros, aficionados and beginners
Snowshoeing in Switzerland – tips and tricks
- Never leave the marked trails and paths in order to protect wildlife and yourself.
- Keep dog on a leash at all times.
- Please make sure you do not walk over the cross-country ski trails.
- Please mind the avalanche bulletins.
- The use of all trails happens at your own risk.
- Obergoms Tourismus AG disclaims all liability.
