Rain, Sissach

Dry meadow1 haObject number 215

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Rain is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Sissach in the canton of BL. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 215. 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 Rain?

Rain lies near Sissach in the canton of BL. The coordinates are 47.4730, 7.8026.

How large is Rain?

The site covers 1 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 Rain protected?

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

Which town is Rain in?

Rain lies near Sissach (BL). The town page collects every protected site around Sissach.

Which protected sites are near Rain?

The closest are Waidli (2 km), Bottenmatt (2 km) and Im Tal (2 km).