Cassinal, Olivone

Fen8 haObject number 2528

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Cassinal is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Olivone in the canton of TI. It covers 8 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 2528. 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 Cassinal?

Cassinal lies near Olivone in the canton of TI. The coordinates are 46.5395, 8.8620.

How large is Cassinal?

The site covers 8 ha according to the federal inventory.

Fen: what is it?

Fens are fed by groundwater or slope water and host many specialised plant and animal species.

Is Cassinal protected?

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

Which town is Cassinal in?

Cassinal lies near Blenio (TI). The town page collects every protected site around Blenio.

Which protected sites are near Cassinal?

The closest are Fornéi (1 km), Croce Portera (1 km) and Posép (1 km).