Hohberg, Schaffhausen

Dry meadow1 haObject number 3246

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Hohberg is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Schaffhausen. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 3246. 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 Hohberg?

Hohberg lies near Schaffhausen. The coordinates are 47.7219, 8.6526.

How large is Hohberg?

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 Hohberg protected?

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

Which town is Hohberg in?

Hohberg lies near Schaffhausen. The town page collects every protected site around Schaffhausen.

Which protected sites are near Hohberg?

The closest are ​Dachsebüel (0 km), Moos-Buck Herblingen (1 km) and Mos-Buck (1 km).