Betelbergmeder, Lenk im Simmental

Dry meadow1 haObject number 5173

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Betelbergmeder is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Lenk im Simmental in the canton of BE. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 5173. 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 Betelbergmeder?

Betelbergmeder lies near Lenk im Simmental in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.4182, 7.4029.

How large is Betelbergmeder?

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 Betelbergmeder protected?

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

Which town is Betelbergmeder in?

Betelbergmeder lies near Lenk (BE). The town page collects every protected site around Lenk.

Which protected sites are near Betelbergmeder?

The closest are Uf de Schibene (0 km), Weiher am Fuss der Gryde (1 km) and Trüthartsweid (1 km).