Bälweid, Tenniken

Dry meadow5 haObject number 51

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Bälweid is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Tenniken. It covers 5 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 51. 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 Bälweid?

Bälweid lies near Tenniken. The coordinates are 47.4251, 7.8266.

How large is Bälweid?

The site covers 5 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 Bälweid protected?

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

Which town is Bälweid in?

Bälweid lies near Zunzgen. The town page collects every protected site around Zunzgen.

Which protected sites are near Bälweid?

The closest are Chilpe bei Diegten (1 km), Chilpen (1 km) and Chilpen (1 km).