Homberg, Auenstein

Dry meadow1 haObject number 4719

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Homberg is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Auenstein. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 4719. 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 Homberg?

Homberg lies near Auenstein. The coordinates are 47.4175, 8.1454.

How large is Homberg?

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 Homberg protected?

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

Which town is Homberg in?

Homberg lies near Rupperswil. The town page collects every protected site around Rupperswil.

Which protected sites are near Homberg?

The closest are Steinbruch Fahr (0 km), Halden (1 km) and Ängi (1 km).