Friteren, Unterschächen

Dry meadow1 haObject number 10376

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Friteren is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Unterschächen in the canton of UR. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 10376. 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 Friteren?

Friteren lies near Unterschächen in the canton of UR. The coordinates are 46.8755, 8.7802.

How large is Friteren?

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 Friteren protected?

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

Which town is Friteren in?

Friteren lies near Unterschächen (UR). The town page collects every protected site around Unterschächen.

Which protected sites are near Friteren?

The closest are Windeggen (1 km), Butzlichöpf (1 km) and Ob den Hegen (1 km).