Gattikerweier, Gattikon

Fen5 haObject number 29

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Gattikerweier is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Gattikon in the canton of ZH. It covers 5 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 29. 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 Gattikerweier?

Gattikerweier lies near Gattikon in the canton of ZH. The coordinates are 47.2830, 8.5537.

How large is Gattikerweier?

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 Gattikerweier protected?

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

Which town is Gattikerweier in?

Gattikerweier lies near Thalwil (ZH). The town page collects every protected site around Thalwil.

Which protected sites are near Gattikerweier?

The closest are Wildnispark Zürich Sihlwald (1 km), Langmoos (2 km) and Landforst (2 km).