Hohberg, Emmetten
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Hohberg is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Emmetten in the canton of NW. It covers 16 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 2727. 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 Hohberg?
Hohberg lies near Emmetten in the canton of NW. The coordinates are 46.9381, 8.5254.
How large is Hohberg?
The site covers 16 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 Hohberg protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Hohberg in?
Hohberg lies near Emmetten (NW). The town page collects every protected site around Emmetten.
Which protected sites are near Hohberg?
The closest are Scheidegg im Choltal (1 km), Scheidegg im Choltal (1 km) and Oberbauen/Scheidegg (1 km).