Chälenmoor, Edlibach

Raised bog1 haObject number 177

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Chälenmoor is a raised bog in Switzerland. The site lies near Edlibach. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 177. 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 Chälenmoor?

Chälenmoor lies near Edlibach. The coordinates are 47.1886, 8.5849.

How large is Chälenmoor?

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 Chälenmoor protected?

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

Which town is Chälenmoor in?

Chälenmoor lies near Baar. The town page collects every protected site around Baar.

Which protected sites are near Chälenmoor?

The closest are Egelsee (1 km), Chälenhof (1 km) and Sarbach (1 km).