Mettlen, Bärschwil

Dry meadow1 haObject number 10725

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Mettlen is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Bärschwil. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 10725. 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 Mettlen?

Mettlen lies near Bärschwil. The coordinates are 47.3850, 7.4778.

How large is Mettlen?

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 Mettlen protected?

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

Which town is Mettlen in?

Mettlen lies near Laufen. The town page collects every protected site around Laufen.

Which protected sites are near Mettlen?

The closest are Bärschwil (1 km), Hinterfeld (1 km) and Moosmatt (2 km).