Ostergau, Willisau

Fen7 haObject number 2409

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Ostergau is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Willisau in the canton of LU. It covers 7 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 2409. 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 Ostergau?

Ostergau lies near Willisau in the canton of LU. The coordinates are 47.1120, 8.0333.

How large is Ostergau?

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 Ostergau protected?

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

Which town is Ostergau in?

Ostergau lies near Willisau (LU). The town page collects every protected site around Willisau.

Which protected sites are near Ostergau?

The closest are Ostergau (0 km), Hetzligermoos (3 km) and Naturlehrgebiet Buechwald (4 km).