Winteregg, Kandersteg

Dry meadow1 haObject number 5505

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Winteregg is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Kandersteg in the canton of BE. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 5505. 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 Winteregg?

Winteregg lies near Kandersteg in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.4999, 7.7374.

How large is Winteregg?

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 Winteregg protected?

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

Which town is Winteregg in?

Winteregg lies near Kandersteg (BE). The town page collects every protected site around Kandersteg.

Which protected sites are near Winteregg?

The closest are Ochsewang (1 km), Heuberg (1 km) and I de Huble (2 km).