Oberbergweid, Balsthal

Dry meadow4 haObject number 10627

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Oberbergweid is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Balsthal in the canton of SO. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 10627. 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 Oberbergweid?

Oberbergweid lies near Balsthal in the canton of SO. The coordinates are 47.3281, 7.6786.

How large is Oberbergweid?

The site covers 4 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 Oberbergweid protected?

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

Which town is Oberbergweid in?

Oberbergweid lies near Balsthal (SO). The town page collects every protected site around Balsthal.

Which protected sites are near Oberbergweid?

The closest are Höngertüelen (1 km), Oberbergmatten (1 km) and Chalm (1 km).