Hindersberg, Schwanden (Sigriswil)

Fen9 haObject number 3561

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Hindersberg is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Schwanden (Sigriswil). It covers 9 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 3561. 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 Hindersberg?

Hindersberg lies near Schwanden (Sigriswil). The coordinates are 46.7393, 7.7969.

How large is Hindersberg?

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 Hindersberg protected?

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

Which town is Hindersberg in?

Hindersberg lies near Beatenberg. The town page collects every protected site around Beatenberg.

Which protected sites are near Hindersberg?

The closest are Stechelberg (1 km), Moore östlich Gemmenalp (2 km) and Moor östlich Gemmenalp (2 km).