Bärfel, Oberwald

Fen7 haObject number 3702

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Bärfel is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Oberwald in the canton of VS. It covers 7 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 3702. 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 Bärfel?

Bärfel lies near Oberwald in the canton of VS. The coordinates are 46.5454, 8.3573.

How large is Bärfel?

The site covers 7 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 Bärfel protected?

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

Which town is Bärfel in?

Bärfel lies near Obergoms (VS). The town page collects every protected site around Obergoms.

Which protected sites are near Bärfel?

The closest are Bärfel (0 km), Triest (1 km) and Sand (1 km).