Wuer, Warth

Floodplain130 haObject number 7

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Wuer is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Warth. It covers 130 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 7. 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 Wuer?

Wuer lies near Warth. The coordinates are 47.5781, 8.8623.

How large is Wuer?

The site covers 130 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 Wuer protected?

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

Which town is Wuer in?

Wuer lies near Warth-Weiningen. The town page collects every protected site around Warth-Weiningen.

Which protected sites are near Wuer?

The closest are Baggersee Chasperäcker (1 km), Sandbüel (1 km) and Schoren Riet (1 km).