Westlich Hobisbüel, Plons

Fen5 haObject number 579

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Westlich Hobisbüel is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Plons. It covers 5 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 579. 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 Westlich Hobisbüel?

Westlich Hobisbüel lies near Plons. The coordinates are 47.0636, 9.3628.

How large is Westlich Hobisbüel?

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 Westlich Hobisbüel protected?

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

Which town is Westlich Hobisbüel in?

Westlich Hobisbüel lies near Walenstadt. The town page collects every protected site around Walenstadt.

Which protected sites are near Westlich Hobisbüel?

The closest are Märzental (1 km), Padüra (1 km) and Melser Hinterberg – Flumser Kleinberg (1 km).