Sonnenloipe Oberwald - Münster
Münster
-6/2°
OpenA pleasant cross-country skiing slope on the sunny side of the Goms valley cross-country paradise. The Sonnenloipe leads from Oberwald to Münster on the right bank of the Rhône.
Difficulty
EasyLength
8.8 kmDuration
1:50 h
Description
The Sonnenloipe offers a sense of freedom and lightness. The perfectly groomed cross-country ski track runs picturesquely across the snow-covered scenery on the right bank of the Rhône valley from Oberwald to Münster. Thanks to its gentle gradient, this track is ideal for beginners. The Sonnenloipe can be easily combined with the other Loipe Goms cross-country ski tracks.
The section from Obergesteln to Geschinen, known as the Herz-Loipe,
has been developed in collaboration with the Swiss Heart Foundation and Loipen Schweiz to encourage people with heart conditions to stay physically active. It is particularly well-suited for a moderate endurance workout.
There are plenty of dining options along the way. Take the opportunity to enjoy a warm soup, a homemade cake, or something savoury on one of the many sunny terraces along the Sonnenloipe.
Turn-by-turn directions
The Sonnenloipe begins at Oberwald station and heads towards Obergesteln station. Here, cross the station briefly on foot before gliding further along the open fields at the village exit. The route follows the Tällibach stream, leading to Ulrichen, where you cross the main road and enter the sunny atmosphere of the Goms valley. Continuing towards Geschinen, cross the Geschinerbach and pass by Baschi Restaurant. You will soon reach Geschinen station, where a short, steep section awaits, leading towards Münster, where the Sonnenloipe ends.
Start
Obergesteln, train station (1366m)
Destination
Münster, Furkastrasse (1395m)
Author's recommendation
With a valid Loipepass from Loipe Goms, you can travel for free on the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway between Oberwald and Fiesch – even without cross-country skiing equipment.
Technical information
Altitude
1396m
1338m
Ascent
+57m
Descent
-28m
Technique
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Best time of the year
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Tags
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
By train from Monthey, Martigny, Sion, Sierre and Visp: Exit in Brig. Then take the Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn regional train (R43). After 1h23, exit the train in Oberwald.
The Goms valley is also easily accessible from Zurich / Lucerne via the Andermatt- Furka tunnel.
Relevant timetables for all connections can be found at www.sbb.ch
Approach
From Brig follow cantonal road No 19 (Furkastrasse) for 41 km to Oberwald.
The Goms valley is also easily accessible from Zurich / Lucerne via Andermatt – Furka car transport.
The Furka, Grimsel and Nufenen alpine passes are closed in winter.
Relevant timetables for the Furka car transport can be found at www.matterhorngotthardbahn.ch
Parking
There is limited parking available near the railway station and in Oberwald village. Be sure to follow the local parking guidance system.
Source
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