Untere Fischeren, Urnäsch

Fen5 haObject number 889

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Untere Fischeren is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Urnäsch in the canton of AR. It covers 5 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 889. 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 Untere Fischeren?

Untere Fischeren lies near Urnäsch in the canton of AR. The coordinates are 47.2990, 9.2225.

How large is Untere Fischeren?

The site covers 5 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 Untere Fischeren protected?

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

Which town is Untere Fischeren in?

Untere Fischeren lies near Urnäsch (AR). The town page collects every protected site around Urnäsch.

Which protected sites are near Untere Fischeren?

The closest are Untere Fischeren (0 km), Breitmoos (1 km) and Breitmoos (1 km).