Rossweid, Alpnach Dorf
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Rossweid is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Alpnach Dorf in the canton of OW. It covers 15 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 2973. 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 Rossweid?
Rossweid lies near Alpnach Dorf in the canton of OW. The coordinates are 46.9297, 8.1709.
How large is Rossweid?
The site covers 15 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 Rossweid protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Rossweid in?
Rossweid lies near Sarnen (OW). The town page collects every protected site around Sarnen.
Which protected sites are near Rossweid?
The closest are Zwischen Horweli und Rossweid (0 km), Riedboden (1 km) and Zwischen Horweli und der Grossen Schliere (1 km).