Altschenchopf, Amden

Fen111 haObject number 624

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Altschenchopf is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Amden in the canton of SG. It covers 111 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 624. 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 Altschenchopf?

Altschenchopf lies near Amden in the canton of SG. The coordinates are 47.1576, 9.1994.

How large is Altschenchopf?

The site covers 111 ha according to the federal inventory.

Fen: what is it?

Fens are fed by groundwater or slope water and host many specialised plant and animal species.

Is Altschenchopf protected?

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

Which town is Altschenchopf in?

Altschenchopf lies near Amden (SG). The town page collects every protected site around Amden.

Which protected sites are near Altschenchopf?

The closest are Altschenchopf (0 km), Vorder Höhi (1 km) and Westlich Längenegg (2 km).