Schweif, Oberwald

Floodplain20 haObject number 331

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Schweif is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Oberwald in the canton of VS. It covers 20 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 331. 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 Schweif?

Schweif lies near Oberwald in the canton of VS. The coordinates are 46.5201, 8.4062.

How large is Schweif?

The site covers 20 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 Schweif protected?

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

Which town is Schweif in?

Schweif lies near Obergoms (VS). The town page collects every protected site around Obergoms.

Which protected sites are near Schweif?

The closest are Goneri-Oberwald (1 km), Blasestafel (3 km) and Sand (4 km).