Hofschür, Bäretswil

Fen2 haObject number 432

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Hofschür is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Bäretswil in the canton of ZH. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 432. 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 Hofschür?

Hofschür lies near Bäretswil in the canton of ZH. The coordinates are 47.3549, 8.8641.

How large is Hofschür?

The site covers 2 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 Hofschür protected?

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

Which town is Hofschür in?

Hofschür lies near Bäretswil (ZH). The town page collects every protected site around Bäretswil.

Which protected sites are near Hofschür?

The closest are Mülichrammweiher (0 km), Zisetsriet (1 km) and Grabenriet/Grossriet (2 km).