Hornmettlen/Ruer, Schwanden (Sigriswil)
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Hornmettlen/Ruer is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Schwanden (Sigriswil). It covers 29 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 3464. 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 Hornmettlen/Ruer?
Hornmettlen/Ruer lies near Schwanden (Sigriswil). The coordinates are 46.7595, 7.7754.
How large is Hornmettlen/Ruer?
The site covers 29 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 Hornmettlen/Ruer protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Hornmettlen/Ruer in?
Hornmettlen/Ruer lies near Sigriswil. The town page collects every protected site around Sigriswil.
Which protected sites are near Hornmettlen/Ruer?
The closest are Moor östlich Unteres Hörnli (1 km), Moor östlich Unteres Hörnli (1 km) and Untere und Obere Mäscher (1 km).