Gross Planggen, Engelberg

Dry meadow2 haObject number 10202

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Gross Planggen is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Engelberg in the canton of OW. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 10202. 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 Gross Planggen?

Gross Planggen lies near Engelberg in the canton of OW. The coordinates are 46.8018, 8.5012.

How large is Gross Planggen?

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 Gross Planggen protected?

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

Which town is Gross Planggen in?

Gross Planggen lies near Engelberg (OW). The town page collects every protected site around Engelberg.

Which protected sites are near Gross Planggen?

The closest are Höch Flue (0 km), Gumi (1 km) and Elmenstein (1 km).