Auen, Stäfa
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Auen is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Stäfa in the canton of ZH. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 68. 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 Auen?
Auen lies near Stäfa in the canton of ZH. The coordinates are 47.2583, 8.7299.
How large is Auen?
The site covers 4 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 Auen protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Auen in?
Auen lies near Stäfa (ZH). The town page collects every protected site around Stäfa.
Which protected sites are near Auen?
The closest are Lochrain (1 km), Wannenbrunnen (1 km) and Ütziker Riet (1 km).