Unter Sewen, Stalden (Sarnen)

Raised bog1 haObject number 266

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Unter Sewen is a raised bog in Switzerland. The site lies near Stalden (Sarnen) in the canton of OW. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 266. 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 Unter Sewen?

Unter Sewen lies near Stalden (Sarnen) in the canton of OW. The coordinates are 46.8850, 8.0827.

How large is Unter Sewen?

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 Unter Sewen protected?

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

Which town is Unter Sewen in?

Unter Sewen lies near Giswil (OW). The town page collects every protected site around Giswil.

Which protected sites are near Unter Sewen?

The closest are Unter Sewen (0 km), Sewen (0 km) and Ober Sewen (1 km).