Ganschier, Stels

Dry meadow18 haObject number 9061

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Ganschier is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Stels. It covers 18 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 9061. 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 Ganschier?

Ganschier lies near Stels. The coordinates are 46.9575, 9.7391.

How large is Ganschier?

The site covers 18 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 Ganschier protected?

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

Which town is Ganschier in?

Ganschier lies near Schiers. The town page collects every protected site around Schiers.

Which protected sites are near Ganschier?

The closest are Fulried am Stelserberg (1 km), Schanenn (1 km) and Fulried am Stelserberg (1 km).