Freecht, Hinwil

Fen16 haObject number 65

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Freecht is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Hinwil in the canton of ZH. It covers 16 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 65. 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 Freecht?

Freecht lies near Hinwil in the canton of ZH. The coordinates are 47.2918, 8.8302.

How large is Freecht?

The site covers 16 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 Freecht protected?

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

Which town is Freecht in?

Freecht lies near Hinwil (ZH). The town page collects every protected site around Hinwil.

Which protected sites are near Freecht?

The closest are Drumlinlandschaft Zürcher Oberland (1 km), Hiwiler Riet (1 km) and Oberhöfler Riet (1 km).