Chatzberg, Lenk im Simmental

Fen10 haObject number 4007

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Chatzberg is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Lenk im Simmental in the canton of BE. It covers 10 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 4007. 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 Chatzberg?

Chatzberg lies near Lenk im Simmental in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.4115, 7.3867.

How large is Chatzberg?

The site covers 10 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 Chatzberg protected?

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

Which town is Chatzberg in?

Chatzberg lies near Lauenen (BE). The town page collects every protected site around Lauenen.

Which protected sites are near Chatzberg?

The closest are Matte (0 km), Stüblenipass (1 km) and Gletti (1 km).