Obermoos, Schindellegi

Fen7 haObject number 2295

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Obermoos is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Schindellegi in the canton of SZ. It covers 7 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 2295. 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 Obermoos?

Obermoos lies near Schindellegi in the canton of SZ. The coordinates are 47.1637, 8.7250.

How large is Obermoos?

The site covers 7 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 Obermoos protected?

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

Which town is Obermoos in?

Obermoos lies near Feusisberg (SZ). The town page collects every protected site around Feusisberg.

Which protected sites are near Obermoos?

The closest are Dreiwässern (1 km), Witi (1 km) and Witi (1 km).