Riedmattschwand, Giswil
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Riedmattschwand is a raised bog in Switzerland. The site lies near Giswil in the canton of OW. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 283. 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Riedmattschwand?
Riedmattschwand lies near Giswil in the canton of OW. The coordinates are 46.8612, 8.1177.
How large is Riedmattschwand?
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 Riedmattschwand protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Riedmattschwand in?
Riedmattschwand lies near Giswil (OW). The town page collects every protected site around Giswil.
Which protected sites are near Riedmattschwand?
The closest are Unter dem Heidberistöckli (1 km), Riedmatt (1 km) and Mettlen (1 km).