Spitzmäder, Montlingen

Fen6 haObject number 1938

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Spitzmäder is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Montlingen. It covers 6 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1938. 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 Spitzmäder?

Spitzmäder lies near Montlingen. The coordinates are 47.3492, 9.5687.

How large is Spitzmäder?

The site covers 6 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 Spitzmäder protected?

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

Which town is Spitzmäder in?

Spitzmäder lies near Oberriet. The town page collects every protected site around Oberriet.

Which protected sites are near Spitzmäder?

The closest are Spitzmäder (0 km), Bannriet (1 km) and Banriet/Burst (1 km).