Schneit, Nesslau

Fen9 haObject number 930

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Schneit is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Nesslau. It covers 9 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 930. 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 Schneit?

Schneit lies near Nesslau. The coordinates are 47.2171, 9.1888.

How large is Schneit?

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 Schneit protected?

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

Which town is Schneit in?

Schneit lies near Nesslau. The town page collects every protected site around Nesslau.

Which protected sites are near Schneit?

The closest are Ijental (2 km), Feldmoos (2 km) and Wolzenalp (2 km).