Darpinaus, Riein

Dry meadow3 haObject number 8449

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Darpinaus is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Riein. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 8449. 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 Darpinaus?

Darpinaus lies near Riein. The coordinates are 46.7531, 9.2297.

How large is Darpinaus?

The site covers 3 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 Darpinaus protected?

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

Which town is Darpinaus in?

Darpinaus lies near Ilanz/Glion. The town page collects every protected site around Ilanz/Glion.

Which protected sites are near Darpinaus?

The closest are Bual (1 km), Fless (1 km) and Runcleida (1 km).