Balme, Kandersteg
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Balme is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Kandersteg in the canton of BE. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 13002. 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 Balme?
Balme lies near Kandersteg in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.4687, 7.6289.
How large is Balme?
The site covers 4 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 Balme protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Balme in?
Balme lies near Kandersteg (BE). The town page collects every protected site around Kandersteg.
Which protected sites are near Balme?
The closest are Hohwang (0 km), Wegscheidi (2 km) and Eggeschwand (2 km).