Lochweid, Adelboden

Floodplain12 haObject number 324

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Lochweid is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Adelboden in the canton of BE. It covers 12 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 324. 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 Lochweid?

Lochweid lies near Adelboden in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.5138, 7.5725.

How large is Lochweid?

The site covers 12 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 Lochweid protected?

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

Which town is Lochweid in?

Lochweid lies near Adelboden (BE). The town page collects every protected site around Adelboden.

Which protected sites are near Lochweid?

The closest are Egereschwand (0 km), Uf de Pörtlene (0 km) and Egereschwand (0 km).