Älpeli, Heiligkreuz (Mels)
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Älpeli is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Heiligkreuz (Mels) in the canton of SG. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 306. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Älpeli?
Älpeli lies near Heiligkreuz (Mels) in the canton of SG. The coordinates are 47.0729, 9.4157.
How large is Älpeli?
The site covers 3 ha according to the federal inventory.
Dry meadow: what is it?
Dry meadows and pastures are nutrient-poor, sunny grasslands of exceptional biodiversity, created only by traditional management.
Is Älpeli protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Älpeli in?
Älpeli lies near Sargans (SG). The town page collects every protected site around Sargans.
Which protected sites are near Älpeli?
The closest are Vorderspina (0 km), Hinterspina (1 km) and Heiligkreuz (1 km).