Rotenbach, Sangernboden

Floodplain18 haObject number 315

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Rotenbach is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Sangernboden. It covers 18 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 315. 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 Rotenbach?

Rotenbach lies near Sangernboden. The coordinates are 46.7173, 7.3915.

How large is Rotenbach?

The site covers 18 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 Rotenbach protected?

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

Which town is Rotenbach in?

Rotenbach lies near Rüschegg. The town page collects every protected site around Rüschegg.

Which protected sites are near Rotenbach?

The closest are Dürrentännli (1 km), Dürrentännli (1 km) and Stierenmoos/Im lätzen Hengst (1 km).