Unteralp, Andermatt

Floodplain14 haObject number 356

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Unteralp is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Andermatt in the canton of UR. It covers 14 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 356. 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 Unteralp?

Unteralp lies near Andermatt in the canton of UR. The coordinates are 46.6238, 8.6328.

How large is Unteralp?

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 Unteralp protected?

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

Which town is Unteralp in?

Unteralp lies near Andermatt (UR). The town page collects every protected site around Andermatt.

Which protected sites are near Unteralp?

The closest are Oberer Nätschen (2 km), Mettlen (2 km) and Unterer Nätschen (3 km).