Gibel, Saanen

Dry meadow2 haObject number 5883

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Gibel is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Saanen in the canton of BE. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 5883. 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 Gibel?

Gibel lies near Saanen in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.4926, 7.2532.

How large is Gibel?

The site covers 2 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 Gibel protected?

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

Which town is Gibel in?

Gibel lies near Saanen (BE). The town page collects every protected site around Saanen.

Which protected sites are near Gibel?

The closest are Chäle (1 km), Fürholz (1 km) and La Saussa (1 km).