Heumoos, Walchwil

Fen4 haObject number 1223

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Heumoos is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Walchwil. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1223. 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 Heumoos?

Heumoos lies near Walchwil. The coordinates are 47.0953, 8.5520.

How large is Heumoos?

The site covers 4 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 Heumoos protected?

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

Which town is Heumoos in?

Heumoos lies near Unterägeri. The town page collects every protected site around Unterägeri.

Which protected sites are near Heumoos?

The closest are Chnoden/Heumoos (0 km), Chnoden (1 km) and Langmösli/Feldriedli (1 km).