Stalden and Region Forestry

Welcome to Stalden and Region Forestry – your competent partner for sustainable protective forest management in the region. The forestry operation is characterized by expertise, reliability, and environmentally conscious practices, serving as an important service provider for the entire region.

Importance of Our Forests

The forests fulfill fundamentally important utility, protection, and welfare functions for the entire region. The main task of the forestry operation is sustainable protective forest management, an essential service for the protection and welfare of the surrounding communities and valleys.

Forest District and Areas

The forestry operation manages and maintains a total area of 2886 hectares of public forest land, distributed across Grächen (890 ha), Stalden (445 ha), Törbel (478 ha), Staldenried (315 ha), Eisten (285 ha), and Embd (273 ha). Additionally, numerous private and cooperative forests, totaling approximately 600 hectares, are included, bringing the total forest area subject to forestry legislation to about 3500 hectares.

Modern Infrastructure and Equipment

The operations center is located between Stalden and St. Niklaus in the “Kipfen” district of the municipality of Grächen. The building, with a volume of 979 m³, meets the Minergie standard and is equipped with a log wood heating system. The operations center offers comprehensive workshops and storage facilities, as well as specialized forestry vehicles for professional forest management.

Online Shop and Products

In the Online Shop, you can order high-quality products such as wood, garden benches, wood sculptures, and other forestry products. The assortment is constantly being expanded, for example, with bean pole bundles made of pure beech.

Scope of Services

The forestry operation offers a diverse range of services: specialized logging, slope stabilization, fence construction, wooden bridge construction, and individual wood sculptures. The team’s expertise and experience enable tailor-made solutions for various requirements.

Individual Consultation and Contact

Secretary Christine Biffiger is available during office hours (Mon-Fri 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM) to answer your questions and arrange the necessary steps to your complete satisfaction. The forestry operation can be reached by phone at +41 27 952 20 30, or alternatively at +41 78 826 46 62 for urgent matters.

FAQ about Stalden and Region Forestry

1. What is the main task of the forestry operation?

The main task is sustainable protective forest management, which fulfills elementary utility, protection, and welfare functions for the entire region.

2. How large is the managed forest area?

The forestry operation manages a total of approximately 3500 hectares of forest area in the region, of which 2886 hectares are public forests.

3. Can I buy wood and products?

Yes, in the Online Shop, you can buy various products such as wood, benches, sculptures, and other forestry products.

4. What special services does the forestry operation offer?

The forestry operation offers specialized logging, slope stabilization, fence construction, wooden bridge construction, and individual wood sculptures.

5. How can I contact the forestry operation?

You can reach the forestry operation Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM at +41 27 952 20 30.

6. Where is the forestry operation’s operations center?

The operations center is located between Stalden and St. Niklaus in the “Kipfen” district of the municipality of Grächen.

7. Is the building sustainably built?

Yes, the operations center meets the Minergie standard, is equipped with a log wood heating system, and uses drinking water from its own source.

8. Which municipalities are served by the forestry operation?

The forestry operation is responsible for Grächen, Stalden, Törbel, Staldenried, Eisten, and Embd.