Monte Generoso, Rovio

Dry meadow68 haObject number 1598

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Monte Generoso is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Rovio in the canton of TI. It covers 68 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1598. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.

Other parts of this object

In the federal inventory this object is split into several parts. Each one has its own page and its own map.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Monte Generoso?

Monte Generoso lies near Rovio in the canton of TI. The coordinates are 45.9328, 9.0146.

How large is Monte Generoso?

The site covers 68 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 Monte Generoso protected?

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

Which town is Monte Generoso in?

Monte Generoso lies near Bissone (TI). The town page collects every protected site around Bissone.

Which protected sites are near Monte Generoso?

The closest are Peregai (2 km), Lunghi (2 km) and Corengiole (2 km).