Rhonegletscher, Oberwald
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Rhonegletscher is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Oberwald in the canton of VS. It covers 317 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1215. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Rhonegletscher?
Rhonegletscher lies near Oberwald in the canton of VS. The coordinates are 46.5773, 8.3800.
How large is Rhonegletscher?
The site covers 317 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 Rhonegletscher protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Rhonegletscher in?
Rhonegletscher lies near Zug Gletsch (VS). The town page collects every protected site around Zug Gletsch.
Which protected sites are near Rhonegletscher?
The closest are Rhonegletschervorfeld (0 km), Rhone-Oberwald (2 km) and Rhonegletscher mit Vorgelände (2 km).