Widen, Glarus
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Widen is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Glarus in the canton of GL. It covers 5 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1843. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Widen?
Widen lies near Glarus in the canton of GL. The coordinates are 47.0369, 9.0470.
How large is Widen?
The site covers 5 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 Widen protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Widen in?
Widen lies near Glarus (GL). The town page collects every protected site around Glarus.
Which protected sites are near Widen?
The closest are Helgehüsli (3 km), Schilt (3 km) and Sturmigen (3 km).