Madonna del Piano

Floodplain15 haObject number 229

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Madonna del Piano is a floodplain in Switzerland. It covers 15 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 229. 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 Madonna del Piano?

The coordinates of Madonna del Piano are 45.9851, 8.8337.

How large is Madonna del Piano?

The site covers 15 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 Madonna del Piano protected?

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

Which town is Madonna del Piano in?

Madonna del Piano lies near Tresa. The town page collects every protected site around Tresa.

Which protected sites are near Madonna del Piano?

The closest are Cava Gere Croglio (1 km), Pozza a est di Motto (2 km) and Ressiga (2 km).