Schwand, Stalden (Sarnen)

Fen17 haObject number 3262

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Schwand is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Stalden (Sarnen) in the canton of OW. It covers 17 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 3262. 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 Schwand?

Schwand lies near Stalden (Sarnen) in the canton of OW. The coordinates are 46.8778, 8.0769.

How large is Schwand?

The site covers 17 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 Schwand protected?

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

Which town is Schwand in?

Schwand lies near Giswil (OW). The town page collects every protected site around Giswil.

Which protected sites are near Schwand?

The closest are Schwand (0 km), Zwischen Fürsteinwald und Blattli (1 km) and Miesenegg (1 km).