Johannisberg, Jona

Fen3 haObject number 179

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Johannisberg is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Jona in the canton of SG. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 179. 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 Johannisberg?

Johannisberg lies near Jona in the canton of SG. The coordinates are 47.2350, 8.8512.

How large is Johannisberg?

The site covers 3 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 Johannisberg protected?

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

Which town is Johannisberg in?

Johannisberg lies near Rapperswil-Jona (SG). The town page collects every protected site around Rapperswil-Jona.

Which protected sites are near Johannisberg?

The closest are Joner Wald (1 km), Usser Wald (1 km) and Joner Allmeind (1 km).