Balma, Simplon Dorf

Dry meadow3 haObject number 7477

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Balma is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Simplon Dorf in the canton of VS. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 7477. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.

Other parts of this object

In the federal inventory this object is split into several parts. Each one has its own page and its own map.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Balma?

Balma lies near Simplon Dorf in the canton of VS. The coordinates are 46.2203, 8.0528.

How large is Balma?

The site covers 3 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 Balma protected?

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

Which town is Balma in?

Balma lies near Simplon (VS). The town page collects every protected site around Simplon.

Which protected sites are near Balma?

The closest are Guggina (1 km), Sal (1 km) and Engi (2 km).