Ried Reinisbachtal, Schalchen

Fen4 haObject number 2184

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Ried Reinisbachtal is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Schalchen in the canton of ZH. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 2184. 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 Ried Reinisbachtal?

Ried Reinisbachtal lies near Schalchen in the canton of ZH. The coordinates are 47.4036, 8.8473.

How large is Ried Reinisbachtal?

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 Ried Reinisbachtal protected?

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

Which town is Ried Reinisbachtal in?

Ried Reinisbachtal lies near Wila (ZH). The town page collects every protected site around Wila.

Which protected sites are near Ried Reinisbachtal?

The closest are Huswis (0 km), Breiti (1 km) and Schnäggenwald (1 km).