Wauwilermoos (LU), Ettiswil

Water bird reserve217 haObject number 123

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Wauwilermoos (LU) (Water bird reserve)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Water bird reserve Wauwilermoos (LU).

Location and surroundings

Wauwilermoos (LU) is a water bird reserve in Switzerland. The site lies near Ettiswil. It covers 217 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 123. 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 Wauwilermoos (LU)?

Wauwilermoos (LU) lies near Ettiswil. The coordinates are 47.1680, 8.0232.

How large is Wauwilermoos (LU)?

The site covers 217 ha according to the federal inventory.

Water bird reserve: what is it?

Water bird and migratory bird reserves protect stopover sites for migrants and wintering grounds for waterfowl.

Is Wauwilermoos (LU) protected?

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

Which town is Wauwilermoos (LU) in?

Wauwilermoos (LU) lies near Egolzwil. The town page collects every protected site around Egolzwil.

Which protected sites are near Wauwilermoos (LU)?

The closest are Wauwilermoos (1 km), Wauwilermoos (1 km) and Wauwilermoos – Hagimoos – Mauesee (1 km).