Gnappetriet, Matt

Fen10 haObject number 1932

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Gnappetriet is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Matt in the canton of GL. It covers 10 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1932. 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 Gnappetriet?

Gnappetriet lies near Matt in the canton of GL. The coordinates are 46.9908, 9.2216.

How large is Gnappetriet?

The site covers 10 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 Gnappetriet protected?

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

Which town is Gnappetriet in?

Gnappetriet lies near Mels (GL). The town page collects every protected site around Mels.

Which protected sites are near Gnappetriet?

The closest are Chrauchtal (2 km), Längriet (3 km) and Längriet (3 km).