Gastereholz, Kandersteg

Floodplain162 haObject number 74

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Gastereholz is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Kandersteg in the canton of BE. It covers 162 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 74. 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 Gastereholz?

Gastereholz lies near Kandersteg in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.4590, 7.6801.

How large is Gastereholz?

The site covers 162 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 Gastereholz protected?

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

Which town is Gastereholz in?

Gastereholz lies near Kandersteg (BE). The town page collects every protected site around Kandersteg.

Which protected sites are near Gastereholz?

The closest are Sillere (1 km), Eggeschwand (3 km) and Filfalle (3 km).