Rotenrain, Hochwald

Dry meadow1 haObject number 10740

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Rotenrain is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Hochwald in the canton of SO. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 10740. 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 Rotenrain?

Rotenrain lies near Hochwald in the canton of SO. The coordinates are 47.4504, 7.6340.

How large is Rotenrain?

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 Rotenrain protected?

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

Which town is Rotenrain in?

Rotenrain lies near Hochwald (SO). The town page collects every protected site around Hochwald.

Which protected sites are near Rotenrain?

The closest are Juntenloch (2 km), Juntenloch (2 km) and Dummeten (2 km).