Lochberg, Azmoos

Dry meadow1 haObject number 299

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Lochberg is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Azmoos in the canton of SG. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 299. 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 Lochberg?

Lochberg lies near Azmoos in the canton of SG. The coordinates are 47.0781, 9.4496.

How large is Lochberg?

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 Lochberg protected?

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

Which town is Lochberg in?

Lochberg lies near Sargans (SG). The town page collects every protected site around Sargans.

Which protected sites are near Lochberg?

The closest are Saxerberg (0 km), Goodenberg (1 km) and Langhalde (1 km).