Obersäss, Vilters
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Obersäss is a raised bog in Switzerland. The site lies near Vilters in the canton of SG. It covers 0 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 459. 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 Obersäss?
Obersäss lies near Vilters in the canton of SG. The coordinates are 46.9974, 9.4433.
How large is Obersäss?
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 Obersäss protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Obersäss in?
Obersäss lies near Vilters-Wangs (SG). The town page collects every protected site around Vilters-Wangs.
Which protected sites are near Obersäss?
The closest are Vilterser-Alp (1 km), Chrüzboden (3 km) and Valenserberg (3 km).