Oberalppass, Rueras

Fen23 haObject number 1643

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Oberalppass is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Rueras in the canton of GR. It covers 23 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1643. 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 Oberalppass?

Oberalppass lies near Rueras in the canton of GR. The coordinates are 46.6590, 8.6760.

How large is Oberalppass?

The site covers 23 ha according to the federal inventory.

Fen: what is it?

Fens are fed by groundwater or slope water and host many specialised plant and animal species.

Is Oberalppass protected?

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

Which town is Oberalppass in?

Oberalppass lies near Tujetsch (GR). The town page collects every protected site around Tujetsch.

Which protected sites are near Oberalppass?

The closest are Plauncas Cuflegl (1 km), Val Val (1 km) and Tgatlems (2 km).