Ober Axen, Flüelen

Dry meadow1 haObject number 10459

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Ober Axen is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Flüelen in the canton of UR. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 10459. 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 Ober Axen?

Ober Axen lies near Flüelen in the canton of UR. The coordinates are 46.9249, 8.6265.

How large is Ober Axen?

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 Ober Axen protected?

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

Which town is Ober Axen in?

Ober Axen lies near Flüelen (UR). The town page collects every protected site around Flüelen.

Which protected sites are near Ober Axen?

The closest are Ober Axen (0 km), Ober Frimseli (0 km) and Rophaien (1 km).