Schönenboden, Amden

Fen10 haObject number 612

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Schönenboden is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Amden in the canton of SG. It covers 10 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 612. 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 Schönenboden?

Schönenboden lies near Amden in the canton of SG. The coordinates are 47.1724, 9.1987.

How large is Schönenboden?

The site covers 10 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 Schönenboden protected?

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

Which town is Schönenboden in?

Schönenboden lies near Amden (SG). The town page collects every protected site around Amden.

Which protected sites are near Schönenboden?

The closest are Schärsboden-Moor (1 km), Schärsboden-Moor (1 km) and Westlich Längenegg (1 km).