Chalchofe, Saas-Grund

Dry meadow2 haObject number 7164

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Chalchofe is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Saas-Grund in the canton of VS. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 7164. 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 Chalchofe?

Chalchofe lies near Saas-Grund in the canton of VS. The coordinates are 46.1296, 7.9407.

How large is Chalchofe?

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 Chalchofe protected?

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

Which town is Chalchofe in?

Chalchofe lies near Saas-Grund (VS). The town page collects every protected site around Saas-Grund.

Which protected sites are near Chalchofe?

The closest are Hannig (1 km), Stn. Hannig (3 km) and Berter (3 km).