Umiker Schachen - Stierenhölzli, Villnachern

Floodplain124 haObject number 40

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Umiker Schachen - Stierenhölzli (Floodplain)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Floodplain Umiker Schachen - Stierenhölzli.

Location and surroundings

Umiker Schachen - Stierenhölzli is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Villnachern. It covers 124 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 40. 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 Umiker Schachen - Stierenhölzli?

Umiker Schachen - Stierenhölzli lies near Villnachern. The coordinates are 47.4672, 8.1756.

How large is Umiker Schachen - Stierenhölzli?

The site covers 124 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 Umiker Schachen - Stierenhölzli protected?

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

Which town is Umiker Schachen - Stierenhölzli in?

Umiker Schachen - Stierenhölzli lies near Brugg. The town page collects every protected site around Brugg.

Which protected sites are near Umiker Schachen - Stierenhölzli?

The closest are Lindebüel (1 km), Umiker Schachen (1 km) and Chessler (1 km).