Weiherried, Merlischachen

Fen4 haObject number 3002

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Weiherried is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Merlischachen in the canton of SZ. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 3002. 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 Weiherried?

Weiherried lies near Merlischachen in the canton of SZ. The coordinates are 47.0751, 8.3987.

How large is Weiherried?

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 Weiherried protected?

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

Which town is Weiherried in?

Weiherried lies near Zug Merlischachen (SZ). The town page collects every protected site around Zug Merlischachen.

Which protected sites are near Weiherried?

The closest are Wagenmoos (0 km), Wagenmoos (0 km) and Schlittenried (0 km).