Schären, Alt St. Johann
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Schären is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Alt St. Johann in the canton of SG. It covers 31 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 837. 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.
Nearby
Frequently asked questions
Where is Schären?
Schären lies near Alt St. Johann in the canton of SG. The coordinates are 47.1622, 9.2884.
How large is Schären?
The site covers 31 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 Schären protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Schären in?
Schären lies near Wildhaus-Alt St. Johann (SG). The town page collects every protected site around Wildhaus-Alt St. Johann.
Which protected sites are near Schären?
The closest are Engen (3 km), Engenriet (3 km) and Espel (4 km).