Foppa, Parsonz

Dry meadow4 haObject number 9308

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Foppa is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Parsonz. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 9308. 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 Foppa?

Foppa lies near Parsonz. The coordinates are 46.5792, 9.5703.

How large is Foppa?

The site covers 4 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 Foppa protected?

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

Which town is Foppa in?

Foppa lies near Surses. The town page collects every protected site around Surses.

Which protected sites are near Foppa?

The closest are Parseiras da Fotgs (1 km), Fotgs (1 km) and Fugna (2 km).