Glacier de Valsorey, Bourg-St-Pierre
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Glacier de Valsorey is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Bourg-St-Pierre in the canton of VS. It covers 155 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1161. 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 Glacier de Valsorey?
Glacier de Valsorey lies near Bourg-St-Pierre in the canton of VS. The coordinates are 45.9189, 7.2566.
How large is Glacier de Valsorey?
The site covers 155 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 Valsorey protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Glacier de Valsorey in?
Glacier de Valsorey lies near Bourg-Saint-Pierre (VS). The town page collects every protected site around Bourg-Saint-Pierre.
Which protected sites are near Glacier de Valsorey?
The closest are Pont de Tsarevesse (6 km), Les Barmes (7 km) and Drance-Martigny, Pont de Rossettan (9 km).