Pirigen, Langwies

Dry meadow4 haObject number 11028

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Pirigen is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Langwies. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 11028. 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 Pirigen?

Pirigen lies near Langwies. The coordinates are 46.8336, 9.7052.

How large is Pirigen?

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 Pirigen protected?

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

Which town is Pirigen in?

Pirigen lies near Zug Peist. The town page collects every protected site around Zug Peist.

Which protected sites are near Pirigen?

The closest are Ober Pirigen (0 km), Ober Pirigen (0 km) and Ober Pirigen (1 km).