Sperlen, Muotathal

Dry meadow1 haObject number 11550

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Sperlen is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Muotathal in the canton of SZ. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 11550. 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 Sperlen?

Sperlen lies near Muotathal in the canton of SZ. The coordinates are 46.9885, 8.7841.

How large is Sperlen?

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 Sperlen protected?

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

Which town is Sperlen in?

Sperlen lies near Muotathal (SZ). The town page collects every protected site around Muotathal.

Which protected sites are near Sperlen?

The closest are Badegg (1 km), Heubrigsflue (2 km) and Fuederegg (3 km).