Vadrec del Forno, Maloja

Floodplain211 haObject number 1046

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Vadrec del Forno is a floodplain in Switzerland. The site lies near Maloja in the canton of GR. It covers 211 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1046. 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 Vadrec del Forno?

Vadrec del Forno lies near Maloja in the canton of GR. The coordinates are 46.3422, 9.7027.

How large is Vadrec del Forno?

The site covers 211 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 Vadrec del Forno protected?

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

Which town is Vadrec del Forno in?

Vadrec del Forno lies near Maloja (GR). The town page collects every protected site around Maloja.

Which protected sites are near Vadrec del Forno?

The closest are Cavloc (4 km), Vadrec da Fedoz (5 km) and Bosch da la Furcela (5 km).