Ciossera, Corzoneso

Dry meadow1 haObject number 1507

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Ciossera is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Corzoneso. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1507. 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 Ciossera?

Ciossera lies near Corzoneso. The coordinates are 46.4491, 8.9331.

How large is Ciossera?

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 Ciossera protected?

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

Which town is Ciossera in?

Ciossera lies near Acquarossa. The town page collects every protected site around Acquarossa.

Which protected sites are near Ciossera?

The closest are Campiroi (1 km), Paesaggio fluviale e antropico della Valle di Blenio (1 km) and S. Carlo di Negrentino (2 km).