Tschingel, Kiental

Floodplain68 haObject number 326

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Tschingel is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Kiental in the canton of BE. It covers 68 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 326. 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 Tschingel?

Tschingel lies near Kiental in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.5510, 7.7452.

How large is Tschingel?

The site covers 68 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 Tschingel protected?

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

Which town is Tschingel in?

Tschingel lies near Reichenbach im Kandertal (BE). The town page collects every protected site around Reichenbach im Kandertal.

Which protected sites are near Tschingel?

The closest are Tschingel (0 km), Tschingel (0 km) and Tschingel (1 km).