Fönenbergen, Gersau

Dry meadow1 haObject number 11505

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Fönenbergen is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Gersau in the canton of SZ. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 11505. 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 Fönenbergen?

Fönenbergen lies near Gersau in the canton of SZ. The coordinates are 46.9976, 8.5442.

How large is Fönenbergen?

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 Fönenbergen protected?

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

Which town is Fönenbergen in?

Fönenbergen lies near Gersau (SZ). The town page collects every protected site around Gersau.

Which protected sites are near Fönenbergen?

The closest are Rübi (2 km), Gersauer Alp (3 km) and Vorder Stäckenmatt (3 km).