Steinibachried, Horw

Fen9 haObject number 1251

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Steinibachried is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Horw in the canton of LU. It covers 9 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1251. 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 Steinibachried?

Steinibachried lies near Horw in the canton of LU. The coordinates are 47.0111, 8.3122.

How large is Steinibachried?

The site covers 9 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 Steinibachried protected?

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

Which town is Steinibachried in?

Steinibachried lies near Horw (LU). The town page collects every protected site around Horw.

Which protected sites are near Steinibachried?

The closest are Steinibachried (0 km), Grisigen (1 km) and Zihlmatt Allmend (2 km).