Albinasca, Airolo

Floodplain3 haObject number 149

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Albinasca (Floodplain)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Floodplain Albinasca.

Location and surroundings

Albinasca is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Airolo in the canton of TI. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 149. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Albinasca?

Albinasca lies near Airolo in the canton of TI. The coordinates are 46.5231, 8.5793.

How large is Albinasca?

The site covers 3 ha according to the federal inventory.

Floodplain: what is it?

Floodplains are habitats shaped by flooding along rivers and lakes, among the most dynamic landscapes there are.

Is Albinasca protected?

Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.

Which town is Albinasca in?

Albinasca lies near Airolo (TI). The town page collects every protected site around Airolo.

Which protected sites are near Albinasca?

The closest are Pian Secco (1 km), Fontana (1 km) and Geròra (2 km).