Glacier de Corbassière, Fionnay

Floodplain261 haObject number 1168

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Glacier de Corbassière is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Fionnay. It covers 261 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1168. 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 de Corbassière?

Glacier de Corbassière lies near Fionnay. The coordinates are 46.0102, 7.2925.

How large is Glacier de Corbassière?

The site covers 261 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 de Corbassière protected?

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

Which town is Glacier de Corbassière in?

Glacier de Corbassière lies near Val de Bagnes. The town page collects every protected site around Val de Bagnes.

Which protected sites are near Glacier de Corbassière?

The closest are Mauvoisin (2 km), Glacier du Petit Combin (3 km) and Drance de Bagnes-Le Châble, Villette (4 km).