Palavrain, Tschlin

Dry meadow3 haObject number 9484

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Palavrain is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Tschlin. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 9484. 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 Palavrain?

Palavrain lies near Tschlin. The coordinates are 46.8608, 10.4139.

How large is Palavrain?

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 Palavrain protected?

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

Which town is Palavrain in?

Palavrain lies near Samnaun. The town page collects every protected site around Samnaun.

Which protected sites are near Palavrain?

The closest are Palü (1 km), Crusch (1 km) and Spinai (1 km).