Mättjen, Davos Platz

Dry meadow4 haObject number 11071

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Mättjen is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Davos Platz. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 11071. 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 Mättjen?

Mättjen lies near Davos Platz. The coordinates are 46.7735, 9.7955.

How large is Mättjen?

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 Mättjen protected?

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

Which town is Mättjen in?

Mättjen lies near Davos. The town page collects every protected site around Davos.

Which protected sites are near Mättjen?

The closest are Schäratannen (1 km), In der Lerchen (2 km) and Clavadeler Berg (3 km).