Fochsen, Schwarzsee

Dry meadow5 haObject number 1127

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Fochsen is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Schwarzsee in the canton of FR. It covers 5 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1127. 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 Fochsen?

Fochsen lies near Schwarzsee in the canton of FR. The coordinates are 46.6319, 7.2762.

How large is Fochsen?

The site covers 5 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 Fochsen protected?

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

Which town is Fochsen in?

Fochsen lies near Jaun (FR). The town page collects every protected site around Jaun.

Which protected sites are near Fochsen?

The closest are Chörbli (1 km), Ritzlialp (1 km) and Spitzflue (1 km).