Linthkanal, Bilten

Dry meadow5 haObject number 1892

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Linthkanal is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Bilten in the canton of GL. It covers 5 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1892. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.

Other parts of this object

In the federal inventory this object is split into several parts. Each one has its own page and its own map.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Linthkanal?

Linthkanal lies near Bilten in the canton of GL. The coordinates are 47.1668, 9.0149.

How large is Linthkanal?

The site covers 5 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 Linthkanal protected?

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

Which town is Linthkanal in?

Linthkanal lies near Benken (GL). The town page collects every protected site around Benken.

Which protected sites are near Linthkanal?

The closest are Niederriet (1 km), Niderriet (1 km) and Gastermatt (2 km).