Muntatsch, Zuoz

Dry meadow60 haObject number 8786

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Muntatsch is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Zuoz in the canton of GR. It covers 60 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 8786. 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 Muntatsch?

Muntatsch lies near Zuoz in the canton of GR. The coordinates are 46.6066, 9.9468.

How large is Muntatsch?

The site covers 60 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 Muntatsch protected?

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

Which town is Muntatsch in?

Muntatsch lies near Zuoz (GR). The town page collects every protected site around Zuoz.

Which protected sites are near Muntatsch?

The closest are Crasta (1 km), Quadrellas (1 km) and San Batrumieu (2 km).