Schopf, Erlenbach im Simmental

Dry meadow1 haObject number 5591

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Schopf is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Erlenbach im Simmental in the canton of BE. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 5591. 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 Schopf?

Schopf lies near Erlenbach im Simmental in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.6681, 7.5194.

How large is Schopf?

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 Schopf protected?

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

Which town is Schopf in?

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

Which protected sites are near Schopf?

The closest are Geeristei (1 km), Ällmereweide (1 km) and Rossiweid (1 km).