Altboden, Meien

Floodplain11 haObject number 353

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Altboden is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Meien. It covers 11 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 353. 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 Altboden?

Altboden lies near Meien. The coordinates are 46.7497, 8.5074.

How large is Altboden?

The site covers 11 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 Altboden protected?

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

Which town is Altboden in?

Altboden lies near Wassen. The town page collects every protected site around Wassen.

Which protected sites are near Altboden?

The closest are Städeli (2 km), Rieter (2 km) and Chüenossen (2 km).