Chamm, Ricken SG

Fen3 haObject number 201

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Chamm is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Ricken SG. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 201. 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 Chamm?

Chamm lies near Ricken SG. The coordinates are 47.2479, 9.0435.

How large is Chamm?

The site covers 3 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 Chamm protected?

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

Which town is Chamm in?

Chamm lies near Gommiswald. The town page collects every protected site around Gommiswald.

Which protected sites are near Chamm?

The closest are Durchschlagen (1 km), Moore auf dem Rickenpass (1 km) and Eggweid auf dem Ricken (1 km).