Rorholz, Rifferswil

Fen4 haObject number 38

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Rorholz is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Rifferswil in the canton of ZH. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 38. 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 Rorholz?

Rorholz lies near Rifferswil in the canton of ZH. The coordinates are 47.2351, 8.5064.

How large is Rorholz?

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 Rorholz protected?

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

Which town is Rorholz in?

Rorholz lies near Rifferswil (ZH). The town page collects every protected site around Rifferswil.

Which protected sites are near Rorholz?

The closest are Rorholz (0 km), Arbach (1 km) and Brüggen (1 km).