Higglenweid, Horrenbach
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Higglenweid is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Horrenbach. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 3535. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Higglenweid?
Higglenweid lies near Horrenbach. The coordinates are 46.7793, 7.7437.
How large is Higglenweid?
The site covers 3 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 Higglenweid protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Higglenweid in?
Higglenweid lies near Oberlangenegg. The town page collects every protected site around Oberlangenegg.
Which protected sites are near Higglenweid?
The closest are Horneggwald (2 km), Fischbachmoos/Obermoos (2 km) and Hirschigraben (3 km).