Feldmoos, Engelberg

Fen2 haObject number 2757

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Feldmoos is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Engelberg in the canton of OW. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 2757. 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 Feldmoos?

Feldmoos lies near Engelberg in the canton of OW. The coordinates are 46.8103, 8.4054.

How large is Feldmoos?

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 Feldmoos protected?

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

Which town is Feldmoos in?

Feldmoos lies near Engelberg (OW). The town page collects every protected site around Engelberg.

Which protected sites are near Feldmoos?

The closest are Feldmoos (Gerschni) (0 km), Gerschni (1 km) and Gmeinegg (2 km).