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Circular trail Matte (Oberwald)
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Snow-covered village centre OberwaldPhoto: Christian Pfammatter, CC BY, Obergoms Tourismus AG
Prepared by the snow groomers of Loipe Goms, this winter hiking trail covers a length of just under 2 kilometres. The circular route in the open air is ideal for refreshment after an indulgent feast, for a Sunday stroll with the family or, most exquisitely, for an illuminated night walk under the full moon.
Of course, the path can be easily combined with other winter hiking trails. The circular trail can also be accessed via the Rottenweg, the Ifangstrasse or even via the Oberwald railway station.
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Bürli SchiirliSafety 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 and hints
- Winter sports report at 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
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Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
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.
Getting there
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 .
The Alpine passes Furka, Grimsel and Nufenen are closed in winter.
Parking
Public parking spaces are available in the vicinity of the railway station or in the village of Oberwald. Follow the local parking guidance system.Coordinates
Book recommendation by the author
- Winter map of Obergoms with cross country trail plan
- Holiday companion
Author’s map recommendations
- Hiking map, Rotten Verlag, 1:25‘000
- National maps 1:25'000 Swisstopo: 1250 Ulrichen / 1270 Binntal
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Equipment
We recommend:- Good footwear and walking sticks
- 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
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