Wusta, Plasselb

Raised bog1 haObject number 359

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Wusta is a raised bog in Switzerland. The site lies near Plasselb. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 359. 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 Wusta?

Wusta lies near Plasselb. The coordinates are 46.7038, 7.2016.

How large is Wusta?

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 Wusta protected?

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

Which town is Wusta in?

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

Which protected sites are near Wusta?

The closest are Rigeli (1 km), Plasselbschlund (2 km) and Muschenegg (2 km).