Mattachra, Hohtenn

Dry meadow4 haObject number 7104

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Mattachra is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Hohtenn. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 7104. 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 Mattachra?

Mattachra lies near Hohtenn. The coordinates are 46.3306, 7.7864.

How large is Mattachra?

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 Mattachra protected?

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

Which town is Mattachra in?

Mattachra lies near Steg-Hohtenn. The town page collects every protected site around Steg-Hohtenn.

Which protected sites are near Mattachra?

The closest are Tatz (0 km), Biela (1 km) and Niedergesteln (1 km).