Ehemaliger Pilatussee, Eigenthal

Raised bog4 haObject number 414

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Ehemaliger Pilatussee is a raised bog in Switzerland. The site lies near Eigenthal. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 414. 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 Ehemaliger Pilatussee?

Ehemaliger Pilatussee lies near Eigenthal. The coordinates are 46.9717, 8.2063.

How large is Ehemaliger Pilatussee?

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 Ehemaliger Pilatussee protected?

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

Which town is Ehemaliger Pilatussee in?

Ehemaliger Pilatussee lies near Alpnach. The town page collects every protected site around Alpnach.

Which protected sites are near Ehemaliger Pilatussee?

The closest are Bründlen (1 km), Blätz (1 km) and NE Hirsboden (2 km).