Biela, Ried-Brig

Dry meadow12 haObject number 7124

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Biela is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Ried-Brig. It covers 12 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 7124. 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 Biela?

Biela lies near Ried-Brig. The coordinates are 46.3191, 8.0098.

How large is Biela?

The site covers 12 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 Biela protected?

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

Which town is Biela in?

Biela lies near Ried-Brig. The town page collects every protected site around Ried-Brig.

Which protected sites are near Biela?

The closest are Massegga (1 km), Wasen (2 km) and Trämel (3 km).

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.