Alpoglerberg, Giswil

Dry meadow1 haObject number 4051

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Alpoglerberg (Dry meadow)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Dry meadow Alpoglerberg.

Location and surroundings

Alpoglerberg is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Giswil in the canton of OW. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 4051. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Alpoglerberg?

Alpoglerberg lies near Giswil in the canton of OW. The coordinates are 46.8168, 8.0953.

How large is Alpoglerberg?

The site covers 1 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 Alpoglerberg protected?

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

Which town is Alpoglerberg in?

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

Which protected sites are near Alpoglerberg?

The closest are Jänzimatt (0 km), Alpoglen (1 km) and Glaubenbielen Ribihütte (1 km).