Paternaus, Falera

Dry meadow3 haObject number 9189

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Paternaus is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Falera in the canton of GR. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 9189. 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 Paternaus?

Paternaus lies near Falera in the canton of GR. The coordinates are 46.8182, 9.2274.

How large is Paternaus?

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 Paternaus protected?

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

Which town is Paternaus in?

Paternaus lies near Falera (GR). The town page collects every protected site around Falera.

Which protected sites are near Paternaus?

The closest are Cavarschons (0 km), Flurius (0 km) and Cavarschons (1 km).