Gschwend, St. Stephan

Dry meadow1 haObject number 12046

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Gschwend is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near St. Stephan in the canton of BE. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 12046. 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 Gschwend?

Gschwend lies near St. Stephan in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.5003, 7.3779.

How large is Gschwend?

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 Gschwend protected?

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

Which town is Gschwend in?

Gschwend lies near St. Stephan (BE). The town page collects every protected site around St. Stephan.

Which protected sites are near Gschwend?

The closest are Chälmad (1 km), Am vordere Parwenge (1 km) and Erle (2 km).