You don't like running in circles? Then cross-country skiing in the Goms is just right for you!

If you feel like it, you can go in the same direction for up to 25km. More than 100km of pistes are prepared every morning, right through the villages of the Goms, along the frozen Rhône, through snow-covered larch forests. Sports enthusiasts and ski hikers will enjoy cross-country skiing at its best on the sun trail, world-cup trail, forest trail, floodlit night trail and the many other tracks.

A special feature of the Goms cross-country trail is the fact that it leads along the twelve villages. Every village provides direct access to the track and is also a stop on the route of the Matterhorn Gotthard railway. If you feel tired after a day on skis, simply wait for the next train, sit down and go back to your point of departure.

Welcome to the paradise for cross-country skiers!

Fed up with standing in lines? About 130km of pistes will provide you with the most of convenience.

Fifty lifts and railways at an altitude of 1,100m to 2,800m will take you to the pistes in no time. The Aletsch, Bellwald and Ernen ski areas offer carving fun at its best. The Reckingen-Gluringen, Münster-Geschinen, Fieschertal and Binn ski lifts are a paradise for families. Professional ski schools will help you become a skilful skier.

Welcome to the skiing paradise!

Do you love freedom? The Goms, the country of unlimited opportunities for snowboarders.

Pipes, tubes and fun parks are not only planned on paper - they are shaped in free nature by boarding aces. Freestylers will feel like in paradise, off and on piste. Racers will be thrilled. The wide pistes allow for turns you won't be able to perform anywhere else!

Welcome to the valley of style!

Do you want to hear your own heart beat?

The adventure world starts only a stone's throw away from every village in the Goms.

Be the first to leave traces in the snow-covered mountain forest. Just follow the signposts of the numerous snowshoeing routes. Join guided tours. Respect the silent and untouched mountain scenery in the Goms. Prepare to be spellbound by the beauty of nature.

Snowshoeing, the most original kind of locomotion in winter, has become very popular again in recent years. And that is not surprising because snowshoeing provides for fitness in winter, adventure in the snow and relaxation out in the open. And the best part of it: snowshoeing can be done by anyone who can hike.

Welcome to the valley of silent soles!

Do you like the crunching of snow? The first step in front of door is the beginning of an unforgettable winter hike.

Dozens of kilometers of well marked winter hiking trails await you. Hiking maps will help you choose the best route. Enjoy a commanding view of the planes of the high-lying Goms valley. Hiking trails are lined by ancient forests. Traces in the fresh snow tell about the nocturnal life in the winter landscape.

The trails are cleared as quickly as possible after every snowfall. The trails are marked with pink-colored signposts.

Winter hiking trails:

Bellwald-Ritti-Wilera-ski hiking trail-Susten-Ried-Bellwald (1 3/4 h)
Bellwald-Gassen-Mutti-Richinen pasture (2h)
Bellwald-Suste-Gasse-Snowgarden-ski school meeting point (1h)

Binn-Imfeld (about 3km)
Binn-Heilig Kreuz (about 3km)
Binn-Imfeld-Brunnenbiel-Freichi towards Albrun pass (about 6km)
Imfeld-Brunnenbiel-Freichi towards Albrun pass (about 3km)

Blitzingen: circular trail to Chastebiel (about 3km)
Blitzingen: circular hiking trail to the Biel-Bodmen train station (about 5km)

Mühlebach-Chummera-Mühlebach (about 1.5km)
Ernen-Chummera-Mühlebach (about 1.5km)
Ernen-Untere Binnegga-frohe Aussicht-Fridstrasse-Ernen (about 3km)
Ernen-Übermoos-Mühlebach (about 1.5km)
Ernen-Niederernen (about 1km)
Chäserstatt short circular trail (about 1km)
Mühlebach-Steinhaus (about 4km)

Fiesch-Birchi-Wiler-alter Bach-Lax-Fiesch-Fieschertal (about 3km)
Fiescheralp-Bettmeralp-Riederalp (about 5km)
Fiesch-Fieschertal along Wysswasser (push-chair trail, about 2km)
Lax-Alter Bach-Wiler-Birchi-Fiesch (about 4km)

Reckingen-Gluringen: to the Ritzingerfeldkapelle chapel (about 0.5km)
Reckingen-Gluringen: forest road (2km)
Reckingen-Gluringen: circular trail to the Stahlenkapelle chapel (about 2km)
Reckingen Urschgen-Wendeplatte (about 1km)
Reckingen-Greichen-Löwigadmen-Tschuggen (about 1.5km)
Reckingen-Unnerfäld-Gifi (about 1km)
Reckingen-Matte-Gluringen (about 1km)

Biel-Selkiger Berg circular trail (viewing point, about 10km)
Blitzingen-Biel-Selkingen-Bodmen-Blitzingen circular trail (about 8km)
Circular trail to the Ritzinger Feldkapelle chapel (about 5km)

Münster airfield circular trail (about 2km)
Münster-Unterfeld-Geschinen-Oberfeld-Münster (about 3km)

Niederwald-Oberwald (partly milled, rolled about 21km)
Obergesteln-Matte-Ulrichen (about 2km)
Obergesteln-Oberwald along the Rhone (about 3km)

Oberwald-Pass road to the Rhone source (about 2h return)
Oberwald-Geschinen (about 2h)
Oberwald-Grimselpasshühe (about 3h)

Ulrichen-mountain trail (about 1km)
Ulrichen-airfield-Geschinen-Lische-Ulrichen circular trail (about 4km)
Ulrichen-Matte-Obergesteln-Löwenen-Oberwald (about 5km)

Where hospitality has been invented. The pioneer of the hotel business grew up in Goms: Caesar Ritz.

He founded the world-famous Ritz Hotels and is considered the father of hospitality. In Goms, this tradition is lived day by day. Some of the finest restaurants of the Valais are situated in Goms. Prize-winning cooks turn local produce into culinary delights. Rediscovered local specialties beguile your senses. Make a wish, and we will fulfill it.

Treat yourself to regional culinary delights such as the Caesar Ritz menu and the most delicious specialties of the Goms in an atmosphere of exceptional hospitality.

Welcome the the valley where guests are kings!

You like being the first to sweep down the pistes? Untouched nature, wonderful powder snow or corn snow, that is what free riding is like in Goms.

Of course you can take one of the railways to reach the numerous free-riding bases. You might as well experience nature yourself, climb the mountains on mountaineering skis and reward yourself with a breathtaking downhill run. But be careful: Don't forget the mountain guide and respect nature. Not every slope tolerates high spirits, and not every forest is a free-riding area.

Welcome to the valley of reason!

Are you into tobogganing? Long, steep, fast and easy runs await you in the Goms.

By day and night, of course! Just enjoy a relaxing ride up the mountain. Or combine your sleigh ride with a romantic winter walk. Don't miss out on jovial get-togethers in a cozy hut or a good restaurant. One thing is for sure: You have never had better Raclette or Fondue!

Welcome to the Empire of the cool toboggans!

View of the Matterhorn

The Fiescheralp lends itself to organizing parties. The marvelous view of the Matterhorn is only one reason. A tipi and the cowshed are waiting for party people.

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Enjoy some mulled wine at Tschitsch in Bellwald, and the world seems to be even more beautiful.

The Jäger snow bar - also good for vegetariens

The Jäger snow bar, situated amidst the Erner Alps, is a good place to relax and offers game and vegetarian specialties alike. Don't miss out on a fine cup of Jägertee.

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The sun terrace of the Mühle restaurant in Geschinen is the ideal spot to relax after cross-country skiing. It provides a direct view of the trail.

Pit stop

Pit stop for Nordic skiers! The Vasa Bar in Obergesteln awaits you with a range of special drinks and teas rich in vitamins.

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Skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts meet up in Münster at the Tipi Bar.

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After an active day on your cross-country skis leave the trails behind and enjoy the views of the Goms. And treat yourself to a mouth-watering piece of cake at the Castle Hotel above Blitzingen.

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Warm up at the open fireplace. Make yourself at home and stop off at the coffee shop of the Sand holiday camp in Oberwald.

You think that culture belongs to cities?

The Goms will disabuse you of that notion.

We cannot boast large operas and world theaters but in summer you will meet some of the world's best classic musicians in the musical village of Ernen. Admire magnificent organs made by some of the greatest organ builders. Some 80 churches and chapels from Gothic to Baroque style feature precious art treasures. Be captivated by the architecture of the ancient wooden houses in the villages and hamlets that have preserved their traditional style. Traditions are more than mere demonstrations for tourists; they express the identity of the local population.

Welcome to the valley of authenticity!

Noise and laughter are part of a holiday. In Goms children can play to their hearts' content.

Instead of Disneyland and Playstation your little ones will discover brooks and forests. Instead of TV and DVD they will get to know the treasures of nature and play with petting animals. Exchange adult stress for day dreams without worries. Dull children's rooms will be replaced by straw, Alpine pasture huts and a Tipi. Instead of suppressing children's fantasies we make them come true!

Fiesch, Bellwald and Ernen have obtained the seal 'Families welcome', awarding them for their child and family friendliness.

Welcome to the valley of sparkling children's eyes

Would you also like to find a crystal?
In the Binn valley the mountains reveal their secrets.

You have already seen every spot of nature? We don't believe you before you haven't gone to the Binn valley. No noisy mountain-pass roads or railways break the silence. Go on foot or by bike - these are the only ways to get forward that make sense. It is not surprising that this area is protected by conservation laws. Those who give in to the powerful impressions of nature will find acres of untouched mountain scenery. This is when the mountains reveal their secrets: a variety of rock crystals that can be found nowhere else in the world.

The municipalities of Binn, Ernen and Grengiols strive to preserve their unique cultural and natural heritage and use it in a sustainable way. They are currently setting up the Binntal nature reserve and developing new, innovative products and services.

Welcome to the heart of the crystal world!

For infos on doctors on duty and pharmacies call 0900 558 144

Service during the week (whole region):

Monday, from 6 p.m.: K. Derani M.D., Münster, 027 973 14 14
Wednesday, from 6 p.m.: A. Agten M.D.,Fiesch, 027 971 26 36
Thursday, from 6 p.m.: T. Meier-Ruge M.D., Fiesch, 027 973 17 37

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