Rheinau/Cholau, Weite

Floodplain72 haObject number 374

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Rheinau/Cholau is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Weite. It covers 72 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 374. 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 Rheinau/Cholau?

Rheinau/Cholau lies near Weite. The coordinates are 47.1069, 9.5095.

How large is Rheinau/Cholau?

The site covers 72 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 Rheinau/Cholau protected?

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

Which town is Rheinau/Cholau in?

Rheinau/Cholau lies near Triesen (). The town page collects every protected site around Triesen ().

Which protected sites are near Rheinau/Cholau?

The closest are Unnütz Brugg (1 km), Rheindamm Sevelen (1 km) and Cholau (1 km).