Hanenried, Giswil

Fen16 haObject number 2579

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Hanenried is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Giswil in the canton of OW. It covers 16 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 2579. 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 Hanenried?

Hanenried lies near Giswil in the canton of OW. The coordinates are 46.8472, 8.1975.

How large is Hanenried?

The site covers 16 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 Hanenried protected?

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

Which town is Hanenried in?

Hanenried lies near Giswil (OW). The town page collects every protected site around Giswil.

Which protected sites are near Hanenried?

The closest are Hanenriet (0 km), Hanenried (0 km) and Usser Allmend (1 km).