Berretta, Arogno

Dry meadow1 haObject number 1462

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Berretta is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Arogno. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1462. 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 Berretta?

Berretta lies near Arogno. The coordinates are 45.9478, 8.9939.

How large is Berretta?

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 Berretta protected?

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

Which town is Berretta in?

Berretta lies near Bissone. The town page collects every protected site around Bissone.

Which protected sites are near Berretta?

The closest are Lunghi (1 km), Monte Generoso (2 km) and Arogno (2 km).