Blätz, Alpnach Dorf

Fen9 haObject number 2961

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Blätz is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Alpnach Dorf in the canton of OW. It covers 9 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 2961. 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 Blätz?

Blätz lies near Alpnach Dorf in the canton of OW. The coordinates are 46.9595, 8.2116.

How large is Blätz?

The site covers 9 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 Blätz protected?

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

Which town is Blätz in?

Blätz lies near Alpnach (OW). The town page collects every protected site around Alpnach.

Which protected sites are near Blätz?

The closest are Chli Schliere-Alpnach, Chilch Erli (1 km), Ehemaliger Pilatussee (1 km) and Längenfeldmoos (2 km).