Hinterer Josen, Walenstadtberg

Dry meadow1 haObject number 268

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Hinterer Josen is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Walenstadtberg. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 268. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.

Other parts of this object

In the federal inventory this object is split into several parts. Each one has its own page and its own map.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Hinterer Josen?

Hinterer Josen lies near Walenstadtberg. The coordinates are 47.1300, 9.2593.

How large is Hinterer Josen?

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 Hinterer Josen protected?

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

Which town is Hinterer Josen in?

Hinterer Josen lies near Schiff Unterterzen (See). The town page collects every protected site around Schiff Unterterzen (See).

Which protected sites are near Hinterer Josen?

The closest are Garadur (1 km), Engenriet (1 km) and Engen (1 km).