Gross Moos/Rietlerwald, Gais

Fen11 haObject number 111

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Gross Moos/Rietlerwald (Fen)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Fen Gross Moos/Rietlerwald.

Location and surroundings

Gross Moos/Rietlerwald is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Gais in the canton of AR. It covers 11 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 111. 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 Gross Moos/Rietlerwald?

Gross Moos/Rietlerwald lies near Gais in the canton of AR. The coordinates are 47.3554, 9.4904.

How large is Gross Moos/Rietlerwald?

The site covers 11 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 Gross Moos/Rietlerwald protected?

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

Which town is Gross Moos/Rietlerwald in?

Gross Moos/Rietlerwald lies near Gais (AR). The town page collects every protected site around Gais.

Which protected sites are near Gross Moos/Rietlerwald?

The closest are Forenmoos/Schachenmoos (1 km), Langmoos/Foren (1 km) and Kleckelmoos (1 km).