Purcs, Trin

Dry meadow5 haObject number 8435

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Purcs is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Trin. It covers 5 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 8435. 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 Purcs?

Purcs lies near Trin. The coordinates are 46.8429, 9.3516.

How large is Purcs?

The site covers 5 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 Purcs protected?

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

Which town is Purcs in?

Purcs lies near Trin. The town page collects every protected site around Trin.

Which protected sites are near Purcs?

The closest are Munt Sut (1 km), Tignuppa (1 km) and Maliens Sura (2 km).