Egelsee, Bubikon
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Egelsee is a raised bog in Switzerland. The site lies near Bubikon in the canton of ZH. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 110. 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 Egelsee?
Egelsee lies near Bubikon in the canton of ZH. The coordinates are 47.2575, 8.8183.
How large is Egelsee?
The site covers 4 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 Egelsee protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Egelsee in?
Egelsee lies near Bubikon (ZH). The town page collects every protected site around Bubikon.
Which protected sites are near Egelsee?
The closest are Egelsee (0 km), Schönbühl (1 km) and Kämmoos (1 km).