Gerschni, Engelberg
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Gerschni is a raised bog in Switzerland. The site lies near Engelberg in the canton of OW. It covers 0 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 290. 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.
Nearby
Frequently asked questions
Where is Gerschni?
Gerschni lies near Engelberg in the canton of OW. The coordinates are 46.8085, 8.3903.
How large is Gerschni?
The site covers 0 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 Gerschni protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Gerschni in?
Gerschni lies near Engelberg (OW). The town page collects every protected site around Engelberg.
Which protected sites are near Gerschni?
The closest are Feldmoos (Gerschni) (1 km), Feldmoos (1 km) and Gmeinegg (3 km).