Oberriet, Buchberg

Dry meadow1 haObject number 3214

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Oberriet is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Buchberg. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 3214. 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 Oberriet?

Oberriet lies near Buchberg. The coordinates are 47.5703, 8.5445.

How large is Oberriet?

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 Oberriet protected?

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

Which town is Oberriet in?

Oberriet lies near Eglisau. The town page collects every protected site around Eglisau.

Which protected sites are near Oberriet?

The closest are Eichhalden (1 km), Tanklager (1 km) and Eglisgrund (1 km).