Aletschwald, Riederalp

Raised bog3 haObject number 941

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Aletschwald (Raised bog)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Raised bog Aletschwald.

Location and surroundings

Aletschwald is a raised bog in Switzerland. The site lies near Riederalp. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 941. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.

Other parts of this object

In the federal inventory this object is split into several parts. Each one has its own page and its own map.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Aletschwald?

Aletschwald lies near Riederalp. The coordinates are 46.3897, 8.0257.

How large is Aletschwald?

The site covers 3 ha according to the federal inventory.

Raised bog: what is it?

Raised bogs are fed only by rainwater and grow over millennia. They are among the rarest habitats in Switzerland.

Is Aletschwald protected?

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

Which town is Aletschwald in?

Aletschwald lies near Mörel-Filet. The town page collects every protected site around Mörel-Filet.

Which protected sites are near Aletschwald?

The closest are Aletsch (1 km), Aletschwald (1 km) and Massa-Blatten bei Naters (2 km).