Poncione d'Arzo, Meride

Dry meadow7 haObject number 1613

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Poncione d'Arzo (Dry meadow)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Dry meadow Poncione d'Arzo.

Location and surroundings

Poncione d'Arzo is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Meride in the canton of TI. It covers 7 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1613. 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 Poncione d'Arzo?

Poncione d'Arzo lies near Meride in the canton of TI. The coordinates are 45.8935, 8.9282.

How large is Poncione d'Arzo?

The site covers 7 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 Poncione d'Arzo protected?

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

Which town is Poncione d'Arzo in?

Poncione d'Arzo lies near Riva San Vitale (TI). The town page collects every protected site around Riva San Vitale.

Which protected sites are near Poncione d'Arzo?

The closest are Fontana (2 km), Stagno Roggio (2 km) and Perfetta (2 km).