Hänsiried, Zürich

Fen9 haObject number 850

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Hänsiried is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Zürich. It covers 9 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 850. 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 Hänsiried?

Hänsiried lies near Zürich. The coordinates are 47.4283, 8.4864.

How large is Hänsiried?

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 Hänsiried protected?

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

Which town is Hänsiried in?

Hänsiried lies near Zürich. The town page collects every protected site around Zürich.

Which protected sites are near Hänsiried?

The closest are Hänsiried (0 km), Chräenriet (1 km) and Chatzensee, Chräenriet (1 km).