Eigenrieter, Trachslau

Fen10 haObject number 3153

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Eigenrieter is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Trachslau in the canton of SZ. It covers 10 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 3153. 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 Eigenrieter?

Eigenrieter lies near Trachslau in the canton of SZ. The coordinates are 47.0874, 8.7277.

How large is Eigenrieter?

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 Eigenrieter protected?

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

Which town is Eigenrieter in?

Eigenrieter lies near Alpthal (SZ). The town page collects every protected site around Alpthal.

Which protected sites are near Eigenrieter?

The closest are Alp-Einsiedeln (0 km), Chlösterliweid (1 km) and Grossbach-Einsiedeln, Gross (2 km).