In Erlen, Grindelwald

Floodplain18 haObject number 81

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

In Erlen is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Grindelwald in the canton of BE. It covers 18 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 81. 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 In Erlen?

In Erlen lies near Grindelwald in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.6180, 8.0368.

How large is In Erlen?

The site covers 18 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 In Erlen protected?

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

Which town is In Erlen in?

In Erlen lies near Grindelwald (BE). The town page collects every protected site around Grindelwald.

Which protected sites are near In Erlen?

The closest are Pfingstegg (1 km), Chratzera (2 km) and Brunniweid (2 km).