Im Rüeggers, Schwanden (Sigriswil)

Fen17 haObject number 3482

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Im Rüeggers is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Schwanden (Sigriswil). It covers 17 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 3482. 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 Im Rüeggers?

Im Rüeggers lies near Schwanden (Sigriswil). The coordinates are 46.7413, 7.7491.

How large is Im Rüeggers?

The site covers 17 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 Im Rüeggers protected?

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

Which town is Im Rüeggers in?

Im Rüeggers lies near Sigriswil. The town page collects every protected site around Sigriswil.

Which protected sites are near Im Rüeggers?

The closest are Hindersurre (1 km), Obere Zettenalp (1 km) and Dünzenegg/Tönimoos (1 km).