Malcantone, Gudo

Fen1 haObject number 2301

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Malcantone is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Gudo in the canton of TI. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 2301. 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 Malcantone?

Malcantone lies near Gudo in the canton of TI. The coordinates are 46.1755, 8.9586.

How large is Malcantone?

The site covers 1 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 Malcantone protected?

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

Which town is Malcantone in?

Malcantone lies near Sant'Antonino (TI). The town page collects every protected site around Sant'Antonino.

Which protected sites are near Malcantone?

The closest are Malcantone (0 km), Vigna Lunga-Trebbione (1 km) and Redonda (1 km).