Glacier d'Otemma, Fionnay

Floodplain672 haObject number 1163

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Glacier d'Otemma (Floodplain)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Floodplain Glacier d'Otemma.

Location and surroundings

Glacier d'Otemma is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Fionnay. It covers 672 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1163. 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 Glacier d'Otemma?

Glacier d'Otemma lies near Fionnay. The coordinates are 45.9251, 7.4037.

How large is Glacier d'Otemma?

The site covers 672 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 Glacier d'Otemma protected?

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

Which town is Glacier d'Otemma in?

Glacier d'Otemma lies near Val de Bagnes. The town page collects every protected site around Val de Bagnes.

Which protected sites are near Glacier d'Otemma?

The closest are Mont Durand (2 km), Glacier du Brenay (4 km) and Lac de Tsofeiret (4 km).