Burgachra, Stalden VS

Dry meadow2 haObject number 7248

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Burgachra is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Stalden VS in the canton of VS. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 7248. 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 Burgachra?

Burgachra lies near Stalden VS in the canton of VS. The coordinates are 46.2349, 7.8663.

How large is Burgachra?

The site covers 2 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 Burgachra protected?

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

Which town is Burgachra in?

Burgachra lies near Stalden (VS). The town page collects every protected site around Stalden.

Which protected sites are near Burgachra?

The closest are Wäng (0 km), Hofmatte (1 km) and Bina (1 km).