Rüti, Unterschächen

Floodplain8 haObject number 420

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Rüti is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Unterschächen in the canton of UR. It covers 8 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 420. 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 Rüti?

Rüti lies near Unterschächen in the canton of UR. The coordinates are 46.8642, 8.8016.

How large is Rüti?

The site covers 8 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 Rüti protected?

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

Which town is Rüti in?

Rüti lies near Unterschächen (UR). The town page collects every protected site around Unterschächen.

Which protected sites are near Rüti?

The closest are Ahöri (1 km), In den Arven (1 km) and Windeggen (2 km).