Erlen, Wagen
Fen2 haObject number 183
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Erlen is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Wagen. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 183. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.
Nearby
Seewadel, Wagen Nature reserve · 1 km
Wurmsbach, Bollingen Fen · 2 km
Joner Allmeind, Jona Amphibian spawning site · 2 km
Obersee, Wangen SZ BLN landscape · 2 km
Nuolener Ried, Wangen SZ Nature reserve · 2 km
Joner Wald, Jona Fen · 2 km
Joner Allmend, Jona Fen · 2 km
Chlosterwald, Bollingen Fen · 2 km
Frequently asked questions
Where is Erlen?
Erlen lies near Wagen. The coordinates are 47.2268, 8.8849.
How large is Erlen?
The site covers 2 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 Erlen protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Erlen in?
Erlen lies near Rapperswil-Jona. The town page collects every protected site around Rapperswil-Jona.
Which protected sites are near Erlen?
The closest are Seewadel (1 km), Wurmsbach (2 km) and Joner Allmeind (2 km).