Eschenzer Horn, Eschenz

Fen5 haObject number 985

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Eschenzer Horn is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Eschenz in the canton of TG. It covers 5 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 985. 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 Eschenzer Horn?

Eschenzer Horn lies near Eschenz in the canton of TG. The coordinates are 47.6523, 8.8747.

How large is Eschenzer Horn?

The site covers 5 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 Eschenzer Horn protected?

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

Which town is Eschenzer Horn in?

Eschenzer Horn lies near Eschenz (TG). The town page collects every protected site around Eschenz.

Which protected sites are near Eschenzer Horn?

The closest are Stein am Rhein (SH,TG) (0 km), Prähistorische Pfahlbauten um die Alpen (1 km) and Kiesgruben Neuhus-Bälisteig (2 km).