Paleis, Sur

Raised bog4 haObject number 236

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Paleis is a raised bog in Switzerland. The site lies near Sur. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 236. 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 Paleis?

Paleis lies near Sur. The coordinates are 46.5299, 9.6307.

How large is Paleis?

The site covers 4 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 Paleis protected?

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

Which town is Paleis in?

Paleis lies near Surses. The town page collects every protected site around Surses.

Which protected sites are near Paleis?

The closest are Paleis (0 km), Pale Radonda (1 km) and Crap Marsch (1 km).