Flaz, Samedan

Floodplain10 haObject number 194

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Flaz is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Samedan in the canton of GR. It covers 10 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 194. 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 Flaz?

Flaz lies near Samedan in the canton of GR. The coordinates are 46.5249, 9.8655.

How large is Flaz?

The site covers 10 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 Flaz protected?

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

Which town is Flaz in?

Flaz lies near Samedan (GR). The town page collects every protected site around Samedan.

Which protected sites are near Flaz?

The closest are Flaz Golfweiher (0 km), Viergias / Chalchera (0 km) and Cristolais (1 km).