Gmeinewänge, Schangnau

Dry meadow3 haObject number 5685

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Gmeinewänge is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Schangnau. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 5685. 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 Gmeinewänge?

Gmeinewänge lies near Schangnau. The coordinates are 46.7961, 7.8819.

How large is Gmeinewänge?

The site covers 3 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 Gmeinewänge protected?

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

Which town is Gmeinewänge in?

Gmeinewänge lies near Schangnau. The town page collects every protected site around Schangnau.

Which protected sites are near Gmeinewänge?

The closest are Oberes Roseggli (1 km), Moore westlich Bütlerschwandgraben (1 km) and Wimmisalp (1 km).