Vorderspina, Heiligkreuz (Mels)

Dry meadow1 haObject number 307

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Vorderspina is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Heiligkreuz (Mels) in the canton of SG. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 307. 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 Vorderspina?

Vorderspina lies near Heiligkreuz (Mels) in the canton of SG. The coordinates are 47.0691, 9.4171.

How large is Vorderspina?

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 Vorderspina protected?

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

Which town is Vorderspina in?

Vorderspina lies near Sargans (SG). The town page collects every protected site around Sargans.

Which protected sites are near Vorderspina?

The closest are Älpeli (0 km), Heiligkreuz (1 km) and Hinterspina (1 km).