Spottebärg, Herdern

Dry meadow1 haObject number 2016

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Spottebärg is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Herdern. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 2016. 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 Spottebärg?

Spottebärg lies near Herdern. The coordinates are 47.6063, 8.9052.

How large is Spottebärg?

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 Spottebärg protected?

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

Which town is Spottebärg in?

Spottebärg lies near Herdern. The town page collects every protected site around Herdern.

Which protected sites are near Spottebärg?

The closest are Stockrüti (2 km), Weierwies (3 km) and Hau - Äuli (3 km).