Chaisten, Rickenbach b. Schwyz
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Chaisten is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Rickenbach b. Schwyz. It covers 21 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 3246. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Chaisten?
Chaisten lies near Rickenbach b. Schwyz. The coordinates are 47.0065, 8.6999.
How large is Chaisten?
The site covers 21 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 Chaisten protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Chaisten in?
Chaisten lies near Schwyz. The town page collects every protected site around Schwyz.
Which protected sites are near Chaisten?
The closest are Schlüsselflue (1 km), Ibergeregg-West (2 km) and Rieter südl. Schwarzenstock (3 km).