Hengst, Sangernboden

Dry meadow4 haObject number 12993

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Hengst is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Sangernboden. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 12993. 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 Hengst?

Hengst lies near Sangernboden. The coordinates are 46.7078, 7.4010.

How large is Hengst?

The site covers 4 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 Hengst protected?

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

Which town is Hengst in?

Hengst lies near Rüschegg. The town page collects every protected site around Rüschegg.

Which protected sites are near Hengst?

The closest are Stierenmoos/Im lätzen Hengst (1 km), Rotenbach (1 km) and Dürrentännli (2 km).