Horn, Rothenfluh

Dry meadow1 haObject number 150

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Horn is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Rothenfluh. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 150. 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 Horn?

Horn lies near Rothenfluh. The coordinates are 47.4647, 7.9145.

How large is Horn?

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 Horn protected?

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

Which town is Horn in?

Horn lies near Tecknau. The town page collects every protected site around Tecknau.

Which protected sites are near Horn?

The closest are Holingen (0 km), Ramstel (1 km) and Leimet (1 km).