Brunnifirn, Bristen

Floodplain246 haObject number 1010

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Brunnifirn is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Bristen in the canton of UR. It covers 246 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1010. 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 Brunnifirn?

Brunnifirn lies near Bristen in the canton of UR. The coordinates are 46.7496, 8.7965.

How large is Brunnifirn?

The site covers 246 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 Brunnifirn protected?

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

Which town is Brunnifirn in?

Brunnifirn lies near Silenen (UR). The town page collects every protected site around Silenen.

Which protected sites are near Brunnifirn?

The closest are Stäuberboden (4 km), Stössi (4 km) and Caischavedra (5 km).