Richtacher, Waldenburg

Dry meadow1 haObject number 78

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Richtacher is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Waldenburg. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 78. 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 Richtacher?

Richtacher lies near Waldenburg. The coordinates are 47.3826, 7.7344.

How large is Richtacher?

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 Richtacher protected?

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

Which town is Richtacher in?

Richtacher lies near Waldenburg. The town page collects every protected site around Waldenburg.

Which protected sites are near Richtacher?

The closest are Belchen-Passwang-Gebiet (2 km), Fridhag (2 km) and Chapfflüeli (2 km).