Ratelsgrabe, Ried (Frutigen)

Dry meadow1 haObject number 12196

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Ratelsgrabe is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Ried (Frutigen). It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 12196. 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 Ratelsgrabe?

Ratelsgrabe lies near Ried (Frutigen). The coordinates are 46.5660, 7.5933.

How large is Ratelsgrabe?

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 Ratelsgrabe protected?

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

Which town is Ratelsgrabe in?

Ratelsgrabe lies near Frutigen. The town page collects every protected site around Frutigen.

Which protected sites are near Ratelsgrabe?

The closest are Gempelebärgli (0 km), Ratelsmeder (1 km) and Spissliegg (1 km).