Chrendel, Riniken

Dry meadow1 haObject number 4623

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Chrendel is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Riniken. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 4623. 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 Chrendel?

Chrendel lies near Riniken. The coordinates are 47.4904, 8.1813.

How large is Chrendel?

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 Chrendel protected?

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

Which town is Chrendel in?

Chrendel lies near Brugg. The town page collects every protected site around Brugg.

Which protected sites are near Chrendel?

The closest are Chrendel (0 km), Auacher (1 km) and Aare-Brugg (1 km).