Giritz, Einsiedeln

Fen13 haObject number 1134

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Giritz is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Einsiedeln in the canton of SZ. It covers 13 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1134. 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 Giritz?

Giritz lies near Einsiedeln in the canton of SZ. The coordinates are 47.1246, 8.7307.

How large is Giritz?

The site covers 13 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 Giritz protected?

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

Which town is Giritz in?

Giritz lies near Einsiedeln (SZ). The town page collects every protected site around Einsiedeln.

Which protected sites are near Giritz?

The closest are Lauenen (1 km), Rütiweiher (1 km) and Klosterweiher (2 km).