Medels, Medels im Rheinwald

Dry meadow3 haObject number 11497

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Medels is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Medels im Rheinwald. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 11497. 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 Medels?

Medels lies near Medels im Rheinwald. The coordinates are 46.5508, 9.2934.

How large is Medels?

The site covers 3 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 Medels protected?

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

Which town is Medels in?

Medels lies near Sufers. The town page collects every protected site around Sufers.

Which protected sites are near Medels?

The closest are Unter den Bender (0 km), Boda (0 km) and Ob den Bender (1 km).