Alte Aare: Aarberg - Lyss, Kappelen

Floodplain194 haObject number 49

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Alte Aare: Aarberg - Lyss (Floodplain)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Floodplain Alte Aare: Aarberg - Lyss.

Location and surroundings

Alte Aare: Aarberg - Lyss is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Kappelen. It covers 194 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 49. 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 Alte Aare: Aarberg - Lyss?

Alte Aare: Aarberg - Lyss lies near Kappelen. The coordinates are 47.0650, 7.2834.

How large is Alte Aare: Aarberg - Lyss?

The site covers 194 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 Alte Aare: Aarberg - Lyss protected?

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

Which town is Alte Aare: Aarberg - Lyss in?

Alte Aare: Aarberg - Lyss lies near Kappelen. The town page collects every protected site around Kappelen.

Which protected sites are near Alte Aare: Aarberg - Lyss?

The closest are Tannholz-Chatzestiel-Sibirie (1 km), Grube uf der Hole (3 km) and Golsenrainacher (4 km).