Mürtschen, Obstalden
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Mürtschen is a raised bog in Switzerland. The site lies near Obstalden in the canton of GL. It covers 0 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 441. 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 Mürtschen?
Mürtschen lies near Obstalden in the canton of GL. The coordinates are 47.0643, 9.1591.
How large is Mürtschen?
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 Mürtschen protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Mürtschen in?
Mürtschen lies near Quarten (GL). The town page collects every protected site around Quarten.
Which protected sites are near Mürtschen?
The closest are Mürtschen (0 km), Ober Mürtschen (2 km) and Murgtal – Mürtschen (2 km).
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.