Muschenegg, Plasselb

Raised bog1 haObject number 555

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Muschenegg is a raised bog in Switzerland. The site lies near Plasselb. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 555. 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 Muschenegg?

Muschenegg lies near Plasselb. The coordinates are 46.7160, 7.2264.

How large is Muschenegg?

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 Muschenegg protected?

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

Which town is Muschenegg in?

Muschenegg lies near Plasselb. The town page collects every protected site around Plasselb.

Which protected sites are near Muschenegg?

The closest are Plasselbschlund (2 km), Wusta (2 km) and Rigeli (3 km).