Gürtschi, Boltigen

Fen9 haObject number 3031

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Gürtschi is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Boltigen in the canton of BE. It covers 9 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 3031. 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 Gürtschi?

Gürtschi lies near Boltigen in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.5592, 7.3307.

How large is Gürtschi?

The site covers 9 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 Gürtschi protected?

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

Which town is Gürtschi in?

Gürtschi lies near Boltigen (BE). The town page collects every protected site around Boltigen.

Which protected sites are near Gürtschi?

The closest are Chaltbach (1 km), Moore südwestlich Tolmoos (1 km) and Sparemoos/Tots Mädli (1 km).