Hinter Cant, Pusserein

Dry meadow2 haObject number 9040

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Hinter Cant is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Pusserein. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 9040. 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 Hinter Cant?

Hinter Cant lies near Pusserein. The coordinates are 46.9992, 9.7043.

How large is Hinter Cant?

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 Hinter Cant protected?

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

Which town is Hinter Cant in?

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

Which protected sites are near Hinter Cant?

The closest are Eggli (1 km), Sponda (1 km) and Stafels (1 km).