Cauma, Castrisch

Floodplain89 haObject number 29

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Cauma (Floodplain)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Floodplain Cauma.

Location and surroundings

Cauma is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Castrisch in the canton of GR. It covers 89 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 29. 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 Cauma?

Cauma lies near Castrisch in the canton of GR. The coordinates are 46.7827, 9.2396.

How large is Cauma?

The site covers 89 ha according to the federal inventory.

Floodplain: what is it?

Floodplains are habitats shaped by flooding along rivers and lakes, among the most dynamic landscapes there are.

Is Cauma protected?

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

Which town is Cauma in?

Cauma lies near Schluein (GR). The town page collects every protected site around Schluein.

Which protected sites are near Cauma?

The closest are Isla Sut (0 km), Paliu Musalet (1 km) and Dacla (1 km).