Augand, Spiez

Floodplain72 haObject number 71

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Augand is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Spiez in the canton of BE. It covers 72 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 71. 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 Augand?

Augand lies near Spiez in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.6932, 7.6320.

How large is Augand?

The site covers 72 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 Augand protected?

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

Which town is Augand in?

Augand lies near Spiez (BE). The town page collects every protected site around Spiez.

Which protected sites are near Augand?

The closest are Büel (2 km), Chrindi (3 km) and Chandergrien (3 km).