Metschwaldweid, Lenk im Simmental

Dry meadow1 haObject number 12062

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Metschwaldweid is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Lenk im Simmental in the canton of BE. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 12062. 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 Metschwaldweid?

Metschwaldweid lies near Lenk im Simmental in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.4479, 7.4617.

How large is Metschwaldweid?

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 Metschwaldweid protected?

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

Which town is Metschwaldweid in?

Metschwaldweid lies near Zug Lenk im Simmental (BE). The town page collects every protected site around Zug Lenk im Simmental.

Which protected sites are near Metschwaldweid?

The closest are Burgbüel (1 km), Indere Brand (1 km) and Uf der Egge (1 km).