Hirschberg, Appenzell Eggerstanden
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Hirschberg is a raised bog in Switzerland. The site lies near Appenzell Eggerstanden in the canton of AI. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 167. 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 Hirschberg?
Hirschberg lies near Appenzell Eggerstanden in the canton of AI. The coordinates are 47.3484, 9.4826.
How large is Hirschberg?
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 Hirschberg protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Hirschberg in?
Hirschberg lies near Gais (AI). The town page collects every protected site around Gais.
Which protected sites are near Hirschberg?
The closest are Höch Hirschberg (1 km), Nisplismoos (1 km) and Langmoos/Foren (1 km).