Farniweid, Oberwil im Simmental

Dry meadow1 haObject number 5249

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Farniweid is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Oberwil im Simmental in the canton of BE. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 5249. 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 Farniweid?

Farniweid lies near Oberwil im Simmental in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.6635, 7.4550.

How large is Farniweid?

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 Farniweid protected?

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

Which town is Farniweid in?

Farniweid lies near Oberwil im Simmental (BE). The town page collects every protected site around Oberwil im Simmental.

Which protected sites are near Farniweid?

The closest are Mursbrunne (1 km), Bodenacher (1 km) and Schwendi (1 km).