Munzenriet, Wildhaus

Fen41 haObject number 551

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Munzenriet is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Wildhaus in the canton of SG. It covers 41 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 551. 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 Munzenriet?

Munzenriet lies near Wildhaus in the canton of SG. The coordinates are 47.1981, 9.3590.

How large is Munzenriet?

The site covers 41 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 Munzenriet protected?

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

Which town is Munzenriet in?

Munzenriet lies near Wildhaus-Alt St. Johann (SG). The town page collects every protected site around Wildhaus-Alt St. Johann.

Which protected sites are near Munzenriet?

The closest are Munzenriet (0 km), Hangriet Hoxperen (1 km) and Aelpli/Eggenriet (1 km).