Bibelaas, Ottenbach

Fen6 haObject number 7

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Bibelaas is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Ottenbach in the canton of ZH. It covers 6 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 7. 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 Bibelaas?

Bibelaas lies near Ottenbach in the canton of ZH. The coordinates are 47.2775, 8.3977.

How large is Bibelaas?

The site covers 6 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 Bibelaas protected?

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

Which town is Bibelaas in?

Bibelaas lies near Ottenbach (ZH). The town page collects every protected site around Ottenbach.

Which protected sites are near Bibelaas?

The closest are Ried Gmeimatt (0 km), Neuland (1 km) and Gmeimatt (1 km).