Madra, Malvaglia

Floodplain11 haObject number 361

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Madra is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Malvaglia in the canton of TI. It covers 11 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 361. 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 Madra?

Madra lies near Malvaglia in the canton of TI. The coordinates are 46.4308, 9.0445.

How large is Madra?

The site covers 11 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 Madra protected?

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

Which town is Madra in?

Madra lies near Serravalle (TI). The town page collects every protected site around Serravalle.

Which protected sites are near Madra?

The closest are Ca del Cucco (1 km), Fontane (2 km) and Tros (3 km).