Walsli, Sachseln

Dry meadow2 haObject number 4092

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Walsli is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Sachseln in the canton of OW. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 4092. 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 Walsli?

Walsli lies near Sachseln in the canton of OW. The coordinates are 46.8280, 8.2150.

How large is Walsli?

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 Walsli protected?

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

Which town is Walsli in?

Walsli lies near Sachseln (OW). The town page collects every protected site around Sachseln.

Which protected sites are near Walsli?

The closest are Birchegg (0 km), Steinmeise (1 km) and Sarnersee-Sarnen (1 km).