Ruedlen, Kerns

Dry meadow3 haObject number 4010

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Ruedlen is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Kerns in the canton of OW. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 4010. 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 Ruedlen?

Ruedlen lies near Kerns in the canton of OW. The coordinates are 46.8932, 8.3199.

How large is Ruedlen?

The site covers 3 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 Ruedlen protected?

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

Which town is Ruedlen in?

Ruedlen lies near Kerns (OW). The town page collects every protected site around Kerns.

Which protected sites are near Ruedlen?

The closest are Gletti (0 km), Arvihütte (1 km) and Chueneren (1 km).