Stoss, Sax

Dry meadow4 haObject number 788

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Stoss is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Sax. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 788. 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 Stoss?

Stoss lies near Sax. The coordinates are 47.2520, 9.4477.

How large is Stoss?

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 Stoss protected?

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

Which town is Stoss in?

Stoss lies near Kabinenbahn Frümsen (Luftseilbahn). The town page collects every protected site around Kabinenbahn Frümsen (Luftseilbahn).

Which protected sites are near Stoss?

The closest are Stelli (1 km), Stauberenfirst (1 km) and Saxer Heuberge (1 km).