Rotenboden toboggan run

Rotenboden - Riffelberg

From Riffelberg, the Gornergrat Bahn train takes you to Rotenboden approx. every 10 minutes.

Our recommendation:

• Sledge (rental possible at the Riffelberg station)
• Warm winter clothing and gloves
• Sturdy shoes with good grip for steering and braking (no trainers / high heels or ski boots)
• A snow sports helmet

Ghosky sledges are available for hire at the Riffelberg station for experienced tobogganists. They are faster than conventional sledges. But they are also more difficult to steer.

SAFE SLEDGING

• Familiarise yourself with braking and steering techniques
• Be considerate of other sledgers.
• Adapt your speed and riding style to your ability and the conditions.
• Small children must be accompanied by an adult. Children should sit at the front and close to the adult.
• Do not bring dogs onto the sledding run
• Do not go off the marked route.
• Sledging on the ski slopes is prohibited.

THE RIGHT SLEDGING TECHNIQUE

• Basic position: Sit upright, place your feet on the runners.
• Steering: Shift your weight inwards, press your foot into the snow next to the inside skid.
• Braking: Press both feet flat into the snow directly next to the skids, lift the skis forwards to strengthen them, lift the front of the skate, do not straighten your legs.