Chaltbach, Boltigen

Fen5 haObject number 6154

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Chaltbach is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Boltigen in the canton of BE. It covers 5 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 6154. 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 Chaltbach?

Chaltbach lies near Boltigen in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.5626, 7.3374.

How large is Chaltbach?

The site covers 5 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 Chaltbach protected?

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

Which town is Chaltbach in?

Chaltbach lies near Boltigen (BE). The town page collects every protected site around Boltigen.

Which protected sites are near Chaltbach?

The closest are Sparemoos/Tots Mädli (1 km), Sparemoos/Tots Mädli (1 km) and Gürtschi (1 km).