Heuberg, Kandersteg

Dry meadow1 haObject number 5526

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Heuberg is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Kandersteg in the canton of BE. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 5526. 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 Heuberg?

Heuberg lies near Kandersteg in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.5047, 7.7210.

How large is Heuberg?

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 Heuberg protected?

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

Which town is Heuberg in?

Heuberg lies near Kandersteg (BE). The town page collects every protected site around Kandersteg.

Which protected sites are near Heuberg?

The closest are Ochsewang (0 km), I de Huble (1 km) and Winteregg (1 km).