Geisstal, Matt

Dry meadow1 haObject number 1914

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Geisstal is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Matt in the canton of GL. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1914. 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 Geisstal?

Geisstal lies near Matt in the canton of GL. The coordinates are 46.9499, 9.1589.

How large is Geisstal?

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 Geisstal protected?

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

Which town is Geisstal in?

Geisstal lies near Glarus Süd (GL). The town page collects every protected site around Glarus Süd.

Which protected sites are near Geisstal?

The closest are Kärpf (1 km), Rossweid (3 km) and Aeschensee (3 km).