Tanzboden (Gommiswald)

Tanzboden (Gommiswald) is a winter snowkiting location built around a hike-and-kite mountain plateau and wide pastures near the summit. It’s oriented toward riders who want open terrain and scenic conditions, with the main wind direction described as southwest. Wind at the spot is typically in a moderate range (about 10–25 knots) and is most consistent when coming from SW. Wind reliability is described as moderate, and you can get turbulent flow in the lee of the ridge when conditions aren’t in the optimal direction. The best months are reported as December through March. Access is a major factor: you park near the Rieden area (with public parking described at Wielesch above Rieden) and then hike via a marked trail to the Tanzboden summit; one source also describes the hike as roughly 45 to 60 minutes. Expect a mountain environment with hazards including trees, steep edges near the plateau, changing weather, and fences that may be hidden under snow. Riders are advised to avoid ski slopes and to be careful around hikers and local agriculture—especially where snow cover is thin. Facilities are limited but the summit hut (Alpwirtschaft Tanzboden) can provide food and drinks. Overall, it’s characterized as a well-regarded destination for local snowkiters around the Zurich/St. Gallen area, but it also carries the feel of a more local, lower-crowd scene outside peak days.