Birchenbüelen, Conters im Prättigau

Fen45 haObject number 805

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Birchenbüelen is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Conters im Prättigau. It covers 45 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 805. 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 Birchenbüelen?

Birchenbüelen lies near Conters im Prättigau. The coordinates are 46.8781, 9.7874.

How large is Birchenbüelen?

The site covers 45 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 Birchenbüelen protected?

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

Which town is Birchenbüelen in?

Birchenbüelen lies near Fideris. The town page collects every protected site around Fideris.

Which protected sites are near Birchenbüelen?

The closest are Duranna (2 km), Uf den Riederen (2 km) and Teilenmäder/Seebüelen (2 km).