Buechen, Rigi Kaltbad

Dry meadow3 haObject number 4812

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Buechen is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Rigi Kaltbad. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 4812. 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 Buechen?

Buechen lies near Rigi Kaltbad. The coordinates are 47.0363, 8.4644.

How large is Buechen?

The site covers 3 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 Buechen protected?

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

Which town is Buechen in?

Buechen lies near Weggis. The town page collects every protected site around Weggis.

Which protected sites are near Buechen?

The closest are Heiligchrüz (0 km), Untersentiberg (1 km) and Chestenenweid (1 km).