Chilchstein, Hergiswil NW

Dry meadow3 haObject number 469

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Chilchstein is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Hergiswil NW in the canton of NW. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 469. 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 Chilchstein?

Chilchstein lies near Hergiswil NW in the canton of NW. The coordinates are 46.9823, 8.2406.

How large is Chilchstein?

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 Chilchstein protected?

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

Which town is Chilchstein in?

Chilchstein lies near Alpnach (NW). The town page collects every protected site around Alpnach.

Which protected sites are near Chilchstein?

The closest are Pilatus (1 km), Riede um Boneren (1 km) and Rotstock/Unter Honegg (2 km).