Schiffnossen, Unterschächen

Dry meadow1 haObject number 10127

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Schiffnossen is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Unterschächen in the canton of UR. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 10127. 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 Schiffnossen?

Schiffnossen lies near Unterschächen in the canton of UR. The coordinates are 46.8789, 8.7956.

How large is Schiffnossen?

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 Schiffnossen protected?

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

Which town is Schiffnossen in?

Schiffnossen lies near Unterschächen (UR). The town page collects every protected site around Unterschächen.

Which protected sites are near Schiffnossen?

The closest are Ahöri (1 km), Windeggen (1 km) and Butzlichöpf (1 km).