Wallenburfirn, Göschenen
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Wallenburfirn is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Göschenen in the canton of UR. It covers 256 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1229. 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 Wallenburfirn?
Wallenburfirn lies near Göschenen in the canton of UR. The coordinates are 46.6946, 8.4755.
How large is Wallenburfirn?
The site covers 256 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 Wallenburfirn protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Wallenburfirn in?
Wallenburfirn lies near Göschenen (UR). The town page collects every protected site around Göschenen.
Which protected sites are near Wallenburfirn?
The closest are Kartigelfirn (4 km), Chelengletscher (5 km) and Göscheneralp (5 km).