Pletscha, Jaun

Dry meadow11 haObject number 1133

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Pletscha is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Jaun in the canton of FR. It covers 11 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1133. 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 Pletscha?

Pletscha lies near Jaun in the canton of FR. The coordinates are 46.6253, 7.2954.

How large is Pletscha?

The site covers 11 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 Pletscha protected?

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

Which town is Pletscha in?

Pletscha lies near Jaun (FR). The town page collects every protected site around Jaun.

Which protected sites are near Pletscha?

The closest are Mittler Chüeboden (1 km), Euschels (1 km) and Mittler Chüeboden (1 km).