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Village Square Ernen – The Lower Goms loop from Obergesteln

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Switzerland
Valais

Village Square Ernen – The Lower Goms loop from Obergesteln

Hard

4.9

(26)

438

riders

Village Square Ernen – The Lower Goms loop from Obergesteln

02:55

44.3km

450m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 9, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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9.23 km

Covered wooden bridge in Reckingen

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This covered truss bridge from 1944 spans the Rotten (the Rhone) to over 13 meters.

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2

12.3 km

The wide gravel road meanders through the Goms. The route can now really be traveled from touring bike to mountain bike with every bike. Even with children who have not …

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12.9 km

Old Valais barn

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An insanely great tour with great descents and a landscape like in a picture book in imperial weather

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4

22.2 km

Village Square Ernen

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Ernen is always worth a visit. A beautiful little Valais village with old, narrow streets. Especially recommended during the music festivals in August. There are wonderful concerts in the small church.

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26.6 km

Viewpoint

Viewpoint

6

27.3 km

The Lower Goms

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This wonderful section lies between Niederwald and Steinhaus (Ernen). Cyclists and hikers share the path here. There is enough space for everyone on the wide hallway. The climb to Steinhaus …

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7

39.8 km

Chappelgüet

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Very nice cycle path, very panoramic, easily passable by bike after or during a rainfall, too.

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8

40.0 km

Wooden Water Fountain

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Don't forget to drink, especially on warm days. So always remember to refill

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40.9 km

beautiful view and great road in the valley

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44.3 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

26.9 km

9.83 km

7.57 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

28.5 km

12.4 km

2.73 km

422 m

239 m

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Highest point (1,360 m)

Lowest point (1,200 m)

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Monday 25 May

25°C

6°C

21 %

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