Canal Gletscher, Vals
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Canal Gletscher is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Vals in the canton of GR. It covers 283 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1063. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Canal Gletscher?
Canal Gletscher lies near Vals in the canton of GR. The coordinates are 46.5239, 9.0904.
How large is Canal Gletscher?
The site covers 283 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 Canal Gletscher protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Canal Gletscher in?
Canal Gletscher lies near Vals (GR). The town page collects every protected site around Vals.
Which protected sites are near Canal Gletscher?
The closest are Paradiesgletscher (4 km), Hinterrhein-Hinterrhein, Schiessplatz (4 km) and Fanellgletscher (5 km).