Mattis Vorschess, Saanen

Dry meadow2 haObject number 5822

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Mattis Vorschess is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Saanen in the canton of BE. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 5822. 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 Mattis Vorschess?

Mattis Vorschess lies near Saanen in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.4746, 7.2519.

How large is Mattis Vorschess?

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 Mattis Vorschess protected?

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

Which town is Mattis Vorschess in?

Mattis Vorschess lies near Saanen (BE). The town page collects every protected site around Saanen.

Which protected sites are near Mattis Vorschess?

The closest are Gmürsweid (1 km), Fäng/Hinder der Egg/Göüch (1 km) and Unders Dürri (2 km).