Giriz Rottenschwil, Rottenschwil

Fen7 haObject number 316

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Giriz Rottenschwil is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Rottenschwil. It covers 7 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 316. 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 Giriz Rottenschwil?

Giriz Rottenschwil lies near Rottenschwil. The coordinates are 47.3124, 8.3743.

How large is Giriz Rottenschwil?

The site covers 7 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 Giriz Rottenschwil protected?

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

Which town is Giriz Rottenschwil in?

Giriz Rottenschwil lies near Aristau. The town page collects every protected site around Aristau.

Which protected sites are near Giriz Rottenschwil?

The closest are Giriz (0 km), Schnäggenmatten (0 km) and Stille Reuss (1 km).