Palü, Maloja

Fen5 haObject number 2157

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Palü is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Maloja in the canton of GR. It covers 5 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 2157. 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 Palü?

Palü lies near Maloja in the canton of GR. The coordinates are 46.3944, 9.6989.

How large is Palü?

The site covers 5 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 Palü protected?

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

Which town is Palü in?

Palü lies near Maloja (GR). The town page collects every protected site around Maloja.

Which protected sites are near Palü?

The closest are Passo del Maloja/Aira da la Palza (0 km), L'Äla (1 km) and Cad'Maté (1 km).