Glacier du Brenay, Fionnay

Floodplain219 haObject number 1165

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Glacier du Brenay is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Fionnay. It covers 219 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1165. 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 du Brenay?

Glacier du Brenay lies near Fionnay. The coordinates are 45.9521, 7.3804.

How large is Glacier du Brenay?

The site covers 219 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 du Brenay protected?

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

Which town is Glacier du Brenay in?

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

Which protected sites are near Glacier du Brenay?

The closest are Lac de Tsofeiret (0 km), Haut Val de Bagnes (2 km) and Mont Durand (2 km).