Pragel, Muotathal

Fen61 haObject number 1731

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Pragel is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Muotathal in the canton of SZ. It covers 61 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1731. 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 Pragel?

Pragel lies near Muotathal in the canton of SZ. The coordinates are 46.9976, 8.8632.

How large is Pragel?

The site covers 61 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 Pragel protected?

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

Which town is Pragel in?

Pragel lies near Muotathal (SZ). The town page collects every protected site around Muotathal.

Which protected sites are near Pragel?

The closest are Guetentalboden (2 km), Silberen (2 km) and Steinhüttli (4 km).