Cortone, Auressio

Dry meadow1 haObject number 1532

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Cortone is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Auressio. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1532. 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 Cortone?

Cortone lies near Auressio. The coordinates are 46.2048, 8.6872.

How large is Cortone?

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 Cortone protected?

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

Which town is Cortone in?

Cortone lies near Terre di Pedemonte. The town page collects every protected site around Terre di Pedemonte.

Which protected sites are near Cortone?

The closest are Selna (3 km), Aurigeno (4 km) and Pescicoltura Golino (4 km).