Überg Mas, Hochfelden

Fen4 haObject number 836

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Überg Mas is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Hochfelden. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 836. 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 Überg Mas?

Überg Mas lies near Hochfelden. The coordinates are 47.5210, 8.5001.

How large is Überg Mas?

The site covers 4 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 Überg Mas protected?

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

Which town is Überg Mas in?

Überg Mas lies near Höri. The town page collects every protected site around Höri.

Which protected sites are near Überg Mas?

The closest are Glaziallandschaft zwischen Neerach und Glattfelden (1 km), Neerer See (1 km) and Neeracher Ried (ZH) (1 km).