Glaris, Davos Glaris

Dry meadow2 haObject number 11079

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Glaris is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Davos Glaris in the canton of GR. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 11079. 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 Glaris?

Glaris lies near Davos Glaris in the canton of GR. The coordinates are 46.7445, 9.7693.

How large is Glaris?

The site covers 2 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 Glaris protected?

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

Which town is Glaris in?

Glaris lies near Davos (GR). The town page collects every protected site around Davos.

Which protected sites are near Glaris?

The closest are Breit Zug (2 km), Rieberalp (2 km) and In der Lerchen (2 km).