Altaun, Valendas
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Altaun is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Valendas in the canton of GR. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 11278. 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 Altaun?
Altaun lies near Valendas in the canton of GR. The coordinates are 46.7904, 9.2822.
How large is Altaun?
The site covers 1 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 Altaun protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Altaun in?
Altaun lies near Zug Versam-Safien (GR). The town page collects every protected site around Zug Versam-Safien.
Which protected sites are near Altaun?
The closest are Foppas (1 km), Planezzas-Sut (1 km) and Planezzas-Sura (1 km).