Schnäggematte, Rottenschwil

Fen9 haObject number 323

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Schnäggematte is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Rottenschwil. It covers 9 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 323. 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 Schnäggematte?

Schnäggematte lies near Rottenschwil. The coordinates are 47.3141, 8.3806.

How large is Schnäggematte?

The site covers 9 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 Schnäggematte protected?

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

Which town is Schnäggematte in?

Schnäggematte lies near Aristau. The town page collects every protected site around Aristau.

Which protected sites are near Schnäggematte?

The closest are Schnäggenmatten (0 km), Giriz (1 km) and Friedgraben/Hangried Oberlunkhofen (1 km).