Schönboden, Pfäffikon SZ

Fen2 haObject number 6613

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Schönboden is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Pfäffikon SZ in the canton of ZH. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 6613. 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 Schönboden?

Schönboden lies near Pfäffikon SZ in the canton of ZH. The coordinates are 47.1736, 8.7908.

How large is Schönboden?

The site covers 2 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 Schönboden protected?

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

Which town is Schönboden in?

Schönboden lies near Altendorf (ZH). The town page collects every protected site around Altendorf.

Which protected sites are near Schönboden?

The closest are Schönboden (0 km), Etzelweid (1 km) and Roblosen (2 km).