Gerstera, Jaun

Dry meadow6 haObject number 1135

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Gerstera is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Jaun in the canton of FR. It covers 6 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1135. 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 Gerstera?

Gerstera lies near Jaun in the canton of FR. The coordinates are 46.6209, 7.2720.

How large is Gerstera?

The site covers 6 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 Gerstera protected?

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

Which town is Gerstera in?

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

Which protected sites are near Gerstera?

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