Oberchäseren, Bristen

Dry meadow2 haObject number 10407

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Oberchäseren is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Bristen in the canton of UR. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 10407. 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 Oberchäseren?

Oberchäseren lies near Bristen in the canton of UR. The coordinates are 46.7868, 8.7328.

How large is Oberchäseren?

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 Oberchäseren protected?

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

Which town is Oberchäseren in?

Oberchäseren lies near Silenen (UR). The town page collects every protected site around Silenen.

Which protected sites are near Oberchäseren?

The closest are Widderegg (1 km), Hanenspil (1 km) and Seechälen (1 km).