Wilerhorn, Niedergesteln

Federal hunting reserveObject number 34

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Wilerhorn (Federal hunting reserve)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Federal hunting reserve Wilerhorn.

Location and surroundings

Wilerhorn is a federal hunting reserve in Switzerland. The site lies near Niedergesteln in the canton of VS. In the federal inventory it carries object number 34. 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 Wilerhorn?

Wilerhorn lies near Niedergesteln in the canton of VS. The coordinates are 46.3444, 7.8194.

Federal hunting reserve: what is it?

Federal hunting reserves are refuges for wildlife where hunting is wholly or partly forbidden.

Is Wilerhorn protected?

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

Which town is Wilerhorn in?

Wilerhorn lies near Raron (VS). The town page collects every protected site around Raron.

Which protected sites are near Wilerhorn?

The closest are Jegisand (2 km), Leiggern (2 km) and Alpjuhorn (3 km).