Stechelberg, Schwanden (Sigriswil)

Dry meadow4 haObject number 5667

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Stechelberg is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Schwanden (Sigriswil). It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 5667. 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 Stechelberg?

Stechelberg lies near Schwanden (Sigriswil). The coordinates are 46.7489, 7.8015.

How large is Stechelberg?

The site covers 4 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 Stechelberg protected?

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

Which town is Stechelberg in?

Stechelberg lies near Beatenberg. The town page collects every protected site around Beatenberg.

Which protected sites are near Stechelberg?

The closest are Hindersberg (1 km), Moor nördlich Oberes Hörnli (1 km) and Moor nordöstlich Oberes Hörnli (1 km).