Dälenboden

Raised bog1 haObject number 284

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Dälenboden is a raised bog in Switzerland. The site lies near Giswil in the canton of OW. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 284. 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 Dälenboden?

Dälenboden lies near Giswil in the canton of OW. The coordinates are 46.8524, 8.0935.

How large is Dälenboden?

The site covers 1 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 Dälenboden protected?

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