Obermattboden, Stalden (Sarnen)

Fen11 haObject number 3436

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Obermattboden is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Stalden (Sarnen) in the canton of OW. It covers 11 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 3436. 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 Obermattboden?

Obermattboden lies near Stalden (Sarnen) in the canton of OW. The coordinates are 46.8989, 8.1550.

How large is Obermattboden?

The site covers 11 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 Obermattboden protected?

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

Which town is Obermattboden in?

Obermattboden lies near Sarnen (OW). The town page collects every protected site around Sarnen.

Which protected sites are near Obermattboden?

The closest are Obermatteggweiher (0 km), Obermattboden (0 km) and Hüenergütsch (1 km).