Schachen, Dietikon
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Schachen is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Dietikon in the canton of ZH. It covers 13 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 865. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Schachen?
Schachen lies near Dietikon in the canton of ZH. The coordinates are 47.4187, 8.4015.
How large is Schachen?
The site covers 13 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 Schachen protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Schachen in?
Schachen lies near Dietikon (ZH). The town page collects every protected site around Dietikon.
Which protected sites are near Schachen?
The closest are Alp (2 km), Langenmoos (2 km) and Franzosenweiher und Altes Bad (3 km).