Schnägge, Oberwil im Simmental

Dry meadow2 haObject number 5707

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Schnägge is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Oberwil im Simmental in the canton of BE. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 5707. 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 Schnägge?

Schnägge lies near Oberwil im Simmental in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.6650, 7.3791.

How large is Schnägge?

The site covers 2 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 Schnägge protected?

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

Which town is Schnägge in?

Schnägge lies near Oberwil im Simmental (BE). The town page collects every protected site around Oberwil im Simmental.

Which protected sites are near Schnägge?

The closest are Weiher Hinter Richisalp (0 km), Hinderi Richisalp (1 km) and Heubergtürli (1 km).