Holderen, Meien

Dry meadow1 haObject number 10436

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Holderen is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Meien. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 10436. 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 Holderen?

Holderen lies near Meien. The coordinates are 46.7246, 8.5602.

How large is Holderen?

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 Holderen protected?

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

Which town is Holderen in?

Holderen lies near Wassen. The town page collects every protected site around Wassen.

Which protected sites are near Holderen?

The closest are Balmen (0 km), Geren (1 km) and Planggen (1 km).