Örmis, Illnau

Fen4 haObject number 2169

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Örmis is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Illnau. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 2169. 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 Örmis?

Örmis lies near Illnau. The coordinates are 47.4096, 8.7062.

How large is Örmis?

The site covers 4 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 Örmis protected?

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

Which town is Örmis in?

Örmis lies near Volketswil. The town page collects every protected site around Volketswil.

Which protected sites are near Örmis?

The closest are Örmis (0 km), Oermis (0 km) and Kiesgrube Kindhausen (Blutzwies) (2 km).