Grauestei, Schangnau

Fen3 haObject number 3665

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Grauestei is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Schangnau. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 3665. 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 Grauestei?

Grauestei lies near Schangnau. The coordinates are 46.8152, 7.9306.

How large is Grauestei?

The site covers 3 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 Grauestei protected?

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

Which town is Grauestei in?

Grauestei lies near Schangnau. The town page collects every protected site around Schangnau.

Which protected sites are near Grauestei?

The closest are Habchegg (1 km), Obers Chemmeriloch (1 km) and Schwandweid/Büelmeschwand (2 km).