Wal, Fanas

Fen6 haObject number 485

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Wal is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Fanas. It covers 6 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 485. 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 Wal?

Wal lies near Fanas. The coordinates are 46.9931, 9.6740.

How large is Wal?

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 Wal protected?

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

Which town is Wal in?

Wal lies near Grüsch. The town page collects every protected site around Grüsch.

Which protected sites are near Wal?

The closest are Rueboden (0 km), Wal (0 km) and Solcs (1 km).