Usserfeld, Saxeten

Dry meadow1 haObject number 12171

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Usserfeld is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Saxeten. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 12171. 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 Usserfeld?

Usserfeld lies near Saxeten. The coordinates are 46.6449, 7.8324.

How large is Usserfeld?

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 Usserfeld protected?

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

Which town is Usserfeld in?

Usserfeld lies near Wilderswil. The town page collects every protected site around Wilderswil.

Which protected sites are near Usserfeld?

The closest are Saxeten (1 km), Schwendi (1 km) and Sytiweidleni (1 km).