Girenmoos, Flawil

Fen5 haObject number 238

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Girenmoos is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Flawil in the canton of SG. It covers 5 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 238. 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 Girenmoos?

Girenmoos lies near Flawil in the canton of SG. The coordinates are 47.4023, 9.2031.

How large is Girenmoos?

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 Girenmoos protected?

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

Which town is Girenmoos in?

Girenmoos lies near Flawil (SG). The town page collects every protected site around Flawil.

Which protected sites are near Girenmoos?

The closest are Gihrenmoos (0 km), Isenhammer (1 km) and Ehem. Kiesgrube Espel, Gossau (2 km).