Obere Zettenalp, Schwanden (Sigriswil)

Fen32 haObject number 3485

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Obere Zettenalp is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Schwanden (Sigriswil). It covers 32 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 3485. 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 Obere Zettenalp?

Obere Zettenalp lies near Schwanden (Sigriswil). The coordinates are 46.7403, 7.7621.

How large is Obere Zettenalp?

The site covers 32 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 Obere Zettenalp protected?

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

Which town is Obere Zettenalp in?

Obere Zettenalp lies near Sigriswil. The town page collects every protected site around Sigriswil.

Which protected sites are near Obere Zettenalp?

The closest are Im Rüeggers (1 km), Hindersurre (1 km) and Dünzenegg/Tönimoos (1 km).