Altschenchopf, Amden
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Altschenchopf is a raised bog in Switzerland. The site lies near Amden in the canton of SG. It covers 0 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 578. 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 Altschenchopf?
Altschenchopf lies near Amden in the canton of SG. The coordinates are 47.1572, 9.1948.
How large is Altschenchopf?
The site covers 0 ha according to the federal inventory.
Raised bog: what is it?
Raised bogs are fed only by rainwater and grow over millennia. They are among the rarest habitats in Switzerland.
Is Altschenchopf protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Altschenchopf in?
Altschenchopf lies near Amden (SG). The town page collects every protected site around Amden.
Which protected sites are near Altschenchopf?
The closest are Altschenchopf (0 km), Vorder Höhi (1 km) and Westlich Längenegg (2 km).
Other parts of this object
In the federal inventory this object is split into several parts. Each one has its own page and its own map.