Schwibbalm, Sachseln

Dry meadow3 haObject number 4058

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Schwibbalm is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Sachseln in the canton of OW. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 4058. 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 Schwibbalm?

Schwibbalm lies near Sachseln in the canton of OW. The coordinates are 46.8054, 8.2588.

How large is Schwibbalm?

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 Schwibbalm protected?

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

Which town is Schwibbalm in?

Schwibbalm lies near Sachseln (OW). The town page collects every protected site around Sachseln.

Which protected sites are near Schwibbalm?

The closest are Chruteren (0 km), Lippeten (1 km) and Chlisterli (1 km).