Au/Hinterlaad, Nesslau
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Au/Hinterlaad is a raised bog in Switzerland. The site lies near Nesslau. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 589. 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 Au/Hinterlaad?
Au/Hinterlaad lies near Nesslau. The coordinates are 47.1964, 9.1951.
How large is Au/Hinterlaad?
The site covers 2 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 Au/Hinterlaad protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Au/Hinterlaad in?
Au/Hinterlaad lies near Nesslau. The town page collects every protected site around Nesslau.
Which protected sites are near Au/Hinterlaad?
The closest are Au/Hinterlaad (0 km), Speer – Churfirsten – Alvier (0 km) and Goldach (1 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.