Oberematte, Schwenden im Diemtigtal

Dry meadow2 haObject number 5642

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Oberematte is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Schwenden im Diemtigtal in the canton of BE. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 5642. 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 Oberematte?

Oberematte lies near Schwenden im Diemtigtal in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.5815, 7.4828.

How large is Oberematte?

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 Oberematte protected?

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

Which town is Oberematte in?

Oberematte lies near Diemtigen (BE). The town page collects every protected site around Diemtigen.

Which protected sites are near Oberematte?

The closest are Buechi (1 km), Grabe (1 km) and Gurbsbach (1 km).