Oberschwelli, Menzingen

Fen5 haObject number 2795

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Oberschwelli is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Menzingen. It covers 5 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 2795. 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 Oberschwelli?

Oberschwelli lies near Menzingen. The coordinates are 47.1938, 8.6083.

How large is Oberschwelli?

The site covers 5 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 Oberschwelli protected?

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

Which town is Oberschwelli in?

Oberschwelli lies near Wädenswil. The town page collects every protected site around Wädenswil.

Which protected sites are near Oberschwelli?

The closest are Muserholz (1 km), Gubelmoos (1 km) and Gubelried (1 km).