Widderegg, Bristen

Dry meadow6 haObject number 10494

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Widderegg is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Bristen in the canton of UR. It covers 6 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 10494. 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 Widderegg?

Widderegg lies near Bristen in the canton of UR. The coordinates are 46.7862, 8.7401.

How large is Widderegg?

The site covers 6 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 Widderegg protected?

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

Which town is Widderegg in?

Widderegg lies near Silenen (UR). The town page collects every protected site around Silenen.

Which protected sites are near Widderegg?

The closest are Oberchäseren (1 km), Trätter (1 km) and Seechälen (1 km).