Caritsch, Andeer

Raised bog1 haObject number 480

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Caritsch is a raised bog in Switzerland. The site lies near Andeer in the canton of GR. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 480. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.

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.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Caritsch?

Caritsch lies near Andeer in the canton of GR. The coordinates are 46.5920, 9.3860.

How large is Caritsch?

The site covers 1 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 Caritsch protected?

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

Which town is Caritsch in?

Caritsch lies near Andeer (GR). The town page collects every protected site around Andeer.

Which protected sites are near Caritsch?

The closest are Caritsch (0 km), Caritsch (0 km) and Naturpark Beverin (1 km).