Brüschegg, Gross

Fen6 haObject number 2338

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Brüschegg is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Gross in the canton of SZ. It covers 6 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 2338. 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 Brüschegg?

Brüschegg lies near Gross in the canton of SZ. The coordinates are 47.1065, 8.7488.

How large is Brüschegg?

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 Brüschegg protected?

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

Which town is Brüschegg in?

Brüschegg lies near Einsiedeln (SZ). The town page collects every protected site around Einsiedeln.

Which protected sites are near Brüschegg?

The closest are Grossbach-Einsiedeln, Gross (1 km), Rütiweiher (1 km) and Trachslauerweiher (2 km).