Cycling routes

Valais Velo Tour: Oberwald - Brig (Stage 4)

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From the village of Oberwald to Brig, the fourth stage of the Valais Velo Tour is ideal for recovering after a strenuous climb over one of the region’s three Alpine passes (Nufenen, Grimsel, or Furka).

Difficulty

Difficult

Length

45.45 km

Duration

3:00 h

Das Schweizer Gardemuseum in der alten Militärfestung

Description

This stage is the easiest section of the Valais Velo Tour in terms of topography. Most of the route from Oberwald to Brig goes downhill. Along the entire track through the Goms, one typical Valais village follows another. Just a few kilometers from Oberwald, the Rhone originates from the Rhone glacier, which you will be able to see repeatedly on the way to Brig.

Turn-by-turn directions

This scenic stage starts at the top in Goms and goes down to Brig. With a bit of luck, you might catch a glimpse of one of the typical Valais animals, such as the black-nosed sheep or the black-necked goat. Another highlight is the section that passes through the village of Mund. Mund is located above the Rhone valley and is known for its saffron. Finally, you can be captivated by Stockalp Castle in Brig with its impressive history, architecture, and baroque garden. This stretch of the route is sure to surprise you!

Start

Oberwald, Furkastrasse 10 (1366m)

Destination

Brig, Bahnofstrasse 1 (671m)

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Author's recommendation

Take some time in Fiesch for a short detour to the cable car to Fiescheralp and further to the Eggishorn (2,934m). From there, you have a breathtaking view of the Aletsch Glacier and the UNESCO World Natural Heritage site.

Technical information

Altitude

1396m

669m

Ascent

+382m

Descent

-1061m

Technique

Stamina

Experience

Landscape

Best time of the year

Public transport

Train connections with the SBB to Brig. Then regional train of the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn or bus connection to Oberwald.

Approach

From Brig, follow the Cantonal Road 19 (Furka Road) and continue on it for 40 km to Oberwald.

Parking

Since this route is a section of a stage tour and the starting point does not correspond to the destination (not a circular route), we recommend arriving by public transport. Alternatively, the SBB parking lots in Brig can be used. Follow the local parking guidance system for this.