Bichelsee, Bichelsee

Fen7 haObject number 211

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Bichelsee is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Bichelsee. It covers 7 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 211. 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 Bichelsee?

Bichelsee lies near Bichelsee. The coordinates are 47.4575, 8.8999.

How large is Bichelsee?

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 Bichelsee protected?

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

Which town is Bichelsee in?

Bichelsee lies near Turbenthal. The town page collects every protected site around Turbenthal.

Which protected sites are near Bichelsee?

The closest are Bichelsee (0 km), Schürliwies (0 km) and Hagelriet (1 km).