Hofacher, Bettlach

Dry meadow2 haObject number 10777

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Hofacher is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Bettlach in the canton of SO. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 10777. 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 Hofacher?

Hofacher lies near Bettlach in the canton of SO. The coordinates are 47.2179, 7.4058.

How large is Hofacher?

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 Hofacher protected?

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

Which town is Hofacher in?

Hofacher lies near Bettlach (SO). The town page collects every protected site around Bettlach.

Which protected sites are near Hofacher?

The closest are Allmend (1 km), Bützen (1 km) and Unteres Brüggli (2 km).