Eggen, Valzeina

Dry meadow1 haObject number 9063

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Eggen is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Valzeina. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 9063. 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 Eggen?

Eggen lies near Valzeina. The coordinates are 46.9622, 9.6120.

How large is Eggen?

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 Eggen protected?

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

Which town is Eggen in?

Eggen lies near Grüsch. The town page collects every protected site around Grüsch.

Which protected sites are near Eggen?

The closest are Landquart-Felsenbach (1 km), Lochji (1 km) and Dunkeläuli (2 km).