Masholdern, Seewen SZ

Dry meadow2 haObject number 11527

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Masholdern is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Seewen SZ in the canton of SZ. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 11527. 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 Masholdern?

Masholdern lies near Seewen SZ in the canton of SZ. The coordinates are 47.0477, 8.6507.

How large is Masholdern?

The site covers 2 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 Masholdern protected?

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

Which town is Masholdern in?

Masholdern lies near Schwyz (SZ). The town page collects every protected site around Schwyz.

Which protected sites are near Masholdern?

The closest are Hinter den Weiden (2 km), Hinter den Weiden (3 km) and Schornen (3 km).