Kanderfirn, Kandersteg

Floodplain309 haObject number 1121

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Kanderfirn is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Kandersteg in the canton of BE. It covers 309 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1121. 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 Kanderfirn?

Kanderfirn lies near Kandersteg in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.4622, 7.7700.

How large is Kanderfirn?

The site covers 309 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 Kanderfirn protected?

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

Which town is Kanderfirn in?

Kanderfirn lies near Kandersteg (BE). The town page collects every protected site around Kandersteg.

Which protected sites are near Kanderfirn?

The closest are Gastere bei Selden (4 km), Chumme (5 km) and Ritzmad (5 km).