Alp Platta, Avers

Dry meadow128 haObject number 9323

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Alp Platta (Dry meadow)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Dry meadow Alp Platta.

Location and surroundings

Alp Platta is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Avers in the canton of GR. It covers 128 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 9323. 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 Alp Platta?

Alp Platta lies near Avers in the canton of GR. The coordinates are 46.4785, 9.5082.

How large is Alp Platta?

The site covers 128 ha according to the federal inventory.

Dry meadow: what is it?

Dry meadows and pastures are nutrient-poor, sunny grasslands of exceptional biodiversity, created only by traditional management.

Is Alp Platta protected?

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

Which town is Alp Platta in?

Alp Platta lies near Avers (GR). The town page collects every protected site around Avers.

Which protected sites are near Alp Platta?

The closest are Groussa Steina (0 km), Alp Platta (1 km) and Cresta (1 km).