Glatt-Allmend, Stalden (Sarnen)

Fen63 haObject number 3333

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Glatt-Allmend is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Stalden (Sarnen) in the canton of OW. It covers 63 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 3333. 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 Glatt-Allmend?

Glatt-Allmend lies near Stalden (Sarnen) in the canton of OW. The coordinates are 46.8867, 8.1636.

How large is Glatt-Allmend?

The site covers 63 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 Glatt-Allmend protected?

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

Which town is Glatt-Allmend in?

Glatt-Allmend lies near Sarnen (OW). The town page collects every protected site around Sarnen.

Which protected sites are near Glatt-Allmend?

The closest are Fangboden (1 km), Ritzenmattseeli (1 km) and Gross Lucht (1 km).