Widen, Steinen

Fen4 haObject number 3023

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Widen is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Steinen in the canton of SZ. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 3023. 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 Widen?

Widen lies near Steinen in the canton of SZ. The coordinates are 47.0439, 8.5935.

How large is Widen?

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 Widen protected?

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

Which town is Widen in?

Widen lies near Steinen (SZ). The town page collects every protected site around Steinen.

Which protected sites are near Widen?

The closest are Aazopf (0 km), Lauerzersee (1 km) and Lauerzersee (1 km).