Aahorn, Lachen SZ

Floodplain10 haObject number 225

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Aahorn is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Lachen SZ in the canton of SZ. It covers 10 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 225. 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 Aahorn?

Aahorn lies near Lachen SZ in the canton of SZ. The coordinates are 47.2023, 8.8536.

How large is Aahorn?

The site covers 10 ha according to the federal inventory.

Floodplain: what is it?

Floodplains are habitats shaped by flooding along rivers and lakes, among the most dynamic landscapes there are.

Is Aahorn protected?

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

Which town is Aahorn in?

Aahorn lies near Lachen (SZ). The town page collects every protected site around Lachen.

Which protected sites are near Aahorn?

The closest are Nuoler Ried (2 km), Wurmsbach (2 km) and Joner Allmend (2 km).