Sytenwald, Meiringen

Floodplain14 haObject number 84

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Sytenwald is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Meiringen in the canton of BE. It covers 14 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 84. 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 Sytenwald?

Sytenwald lies near Meiringen in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.7439, 8.1392.

How large is Sytenwald?

The site covers 14 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 Sytenwald protected?

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

Which town is Sytenwald in?

Sytenwald lies near Meiringen (BE). The town page collects every protected site around Meiringen.

Which protected sites are near Sytenwald?

The closest are Brääch (2 km), Wilervorsess (2 km) and Nesselboden (3 km).