Mürtschen, Obstalden

Fen10 haObject number 1918

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Mürtschen is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Obstalden in the canton of GL. It covers 10 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1918. 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 Mürtschen?

Mürtschen lies near Obstalden in the canton of GL. The coordinates are 47.0653, 9.1601.

How large is Mürtschen?

The site covers 10 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 Mürtschen protected?

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

Which town is Mürtschen in?

Mürtschen lies near Quarten (GL). The town page collects every protected site around Quarten.

Which protected sites are near Mürtschen?

The closest are Mürtschen (0 km), Ober Mürtschen (2 km) and Murgtal – Mürtschen (2 km).