Hirtplanggen, Engelberg

Dry meadow2 haObject number 534

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Hirtplanggen 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 534. 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 Hirtplanggen?

Hirtplanggen lies near Engelberg in the canton of OW. The coordinates are 46.8239, 8.3567.

How large is Hirtplanggen?

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 Hirtplanggen protected?

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

Which town is Hirtplanggen in?

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

Which protected sites are near Hirtplanggen?

The closest are Stalden (0 km), Hutstock (1 km) and Rosswang (2 km).