Faichlen, Laupersdorf

Dry meadow1 haObject number 10833

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Faichlen is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Laupersdorf. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 10833. 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 Faichlen?

Faichlen lies near Laupersdorf. The coordinates are 47.3245, 7.6470.

How large is Faichlen?

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 Faichlen protected?

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

Which town is Faichlen in?

Faichlen lies near Laupersdorf. The town page collects every protected site around Laupersdorf.

Which protected sites are near Faichlen?

The closest are Mösliweiher (0 km), Mausteren (1 km) and Güggelhof (1 km).