Kartigelfirn, Meien

Floodplain155 haObject number 1228

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Kartigelfirn is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Meien. It covers 155 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1228. 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 Kartigelfirn?

Kartigelfirn lies near Meien. The coordinates are 46.7047, 8.5214.

How large is Kartigelfirn?

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 Kartigelfirn protected?

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

Which town is Kartigelfirn in?

Kartigelfirn lies near Wassen. The town page collects every protected site around Wassen.

Which protected sites are near Kartigelfirn?

The closest are Städeli (4 km), Langsimatten (4 km) and Wallenburfirn (4 km).