Delta della Maggia, Ascona

Fen3 haObject number 2333

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Delta della Maggia is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Ascona in the canton of TI. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 2333. 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 Delta della Maggia?

Delta della Maggia lies near Ascona in the canton of TI. The coordinates are 46.1498, 8.7968.

How large is Delta della Maggia?

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 Delta della Maggia protected?

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

Which town is Delta della Maggia in?

Delta della Maggia lies near Ascona (TI). The town page collects every protected site around Ascona.

Which protected sites are near Delta della Maggia?

The closest are Foce della Maggia (0 km), Delta della Maggia (0 km) and Ex Aeroporto (1 km).