Dossen, Rigi Kaltbad

Dry meadow4 haObject number 11510

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Dossen is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Rigi Kaltbad. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 11510. 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 Dossen?

Dossen lies near Rigi Kaltbad. The coordinates are 47.0261, 8.5012.

How large is Dossen?

The site covers 4 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 Dossen protected?

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

Which town is Dossen in?

Dossen lies near Vitznau. The town page collects every protected site around Vitznau.

Which protected sites are near Dossen?

The closest are Dossen (0 km), Unterstetten (1 km) and Rotenflue Allmig (1 km).