Ritzlialp, Jaun

Dry meadow4 haObject number 1131

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Ritzlialp is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Jaun in the canton of FR. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1131. 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 Ritzlialp?

Ritzlialp lies near Jaun in the canton of FR. The coordinates are 46.6269, 7.2845.

How large is Ritzlialp?

The site covers 4 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 Ritzlialp protected?

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

Which town is Ritzlialp in?

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

Which protected sites are near Ritzlialp?

The closest are Euschels (1 km), Chörbli (1 km) and Fochsen (1 km).