Siechenried, Melchtal

Fen12 haObject number 2582

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Siechenried is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Melchtal in the canton of OW. It covers 12 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 2582. 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 Siechenried?

Siechenried lies near Melchtal in the canton of OW. The coordinates are 46.8409, 8.2986.

How large is Siechenried?

The site covers 12 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 Siechenried protected?

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

Which town is Siechenried in?

Siechenried lies near Kerns (OW). The town page collects every protected site around Kerns.

Which protected sites are near Siechenried?

The closest are Lehberg (1 km), Turren (1 km) and Unter Lachen (2 km).