Matte, Gluringen

Floodplain10 haObject number 141

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Matte is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Gluringen in the canton of VS. It covers 10 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 141. 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 Matte?

Matte lies near Gluringen in the canton of VS. The coordinates are 46.4630, 8.2401.

How large is Matte?

The site covers 10 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 Matte protected?

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

Which town is Matte in?

Matte lies near Goms (VS). The town page collects every protected site around Goms.

Which protected sites are near Matte?

The closest are Gluringen (1 km), Zeiterbode (2 km) and Pfaffmatte (3 km).