Affeier/Pifal

Raised bog3 haObject number 222

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Affeier/Pifal (Raised bog)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Raised bog Affeier/Pifal.

Location and surroundings

Affeier/Pifal is a raised bog in Switzerland. The site lies near Obersaxen in the canton of GR. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 222. 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 Affeier/Pifal?

Affeier/Pifal lies near Obersaxen in the canton of GR. The coordinates are 46.7546, 9.1130.

How large is Affeier/Pifal?

The site covers 3 ha according to the federal inventory.

What is a Raised bog?

Raised bogs are fed only by rainwater and grow over millennia. They are among the rarest habitats in Switzerland.

Is Affeier/Pifal protected?

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