Oberste Gurbs, Schwenden im Diemtigtal

Fen5 haObject number 1511

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Oberste Gurbs is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Schwenden im Diemtigtal in the canton of BE. It covers 5 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1511. 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 Oberste Gurbs?

Oberste Gurbs lies near Schwenden im Diemtigtal in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.5590, 7.5292.

How large is Oberste Gurbs?

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 Oberste Gurbs protected?

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

Which town is Oberste Gurbs in?

Oberste Gurbs lies near Diemtigen (BE). The town page collects every protected site around Diemtigen.

Which protected sites are near Oberste Gurbs?

The closest are Flachmoor Oberste Gurbs (0 km), Obers Chirgeli (2 km) and Unders Chirgeli (2 km).