Stalden, Engelberg

Dry meadow2 haObject number 533

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Stalden is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Engelberg in the canton of OW. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 533. 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 Stalden?

Stalden lies near Engelberg in the canton of OW. The coordinates are 46.8240, 8.3617.

How large is Stalden?

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 Stalden protected?

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

Which town is Stalden in?

Stalden lies near Engelberg (OW). The town page collects every protected site around Engelberg.

Which protected sites are near Stalden?

The closest are Hirtplanggen (0 km), Hutstock (1 km) and Rosswang (2 km).