VAPKO lists specific mushroom foraging rules for this canton. Foraging prohibited at night and from the 1st through the 7th of each month. 2 kg per person per day, no more than 0.5 kg of morels
Cross-check against German VAPKO page 08.02.2026
Other rules
Organized foraging is prohibited. Commercial collection is prohibited.
Understand the cantonal context
Damp forests rise quickly into conifers and Alpine pasture. Rules apply to a territory, while conditions on site can add further restrictions.
VAPKO notes that mushroom foraging is prohibited in nature reserves throughout Switzerland.
Municipalities and protected areas
Even where the Obwalden cantonal rule is clear, municipalities, nature reserves, parks or landowners may impose additional restrictions. The latest official sources and signs on site take precedence.
Check before every trip
- Identify the exact canton and municipality
- Check the closed period, time and permitted quantity
- Check rules for the reserve, park or landowner
- Keep the official link available during the trip
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How many kilograms of mushrooms can be collected in Obwalden?
2 kg per person per day, no more than 0.5 kg of morels
Can mushrooms be collected on every day of the month?
Foraging prohibited at night and from the 1st through the 7th of each month. Even where the Obwalden cantonal rule is clear, municipalities, nature reserves, parks or landowners may impose additional restrictions. The latest official sources and signs on site take precedence.