Roncapiano, Muggio

Dry meadow1 haObject number 1603

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Roncapiano is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Muggio in the canton of TI. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 1603. 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 Roncapiano?

Roncapiano lies near Muggio in the canton of TI. The coordinates are 45.9165, 9.0306.

How large is Roncapiano?

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 Roncapiano protected?

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

Which town is Roncapiano in?

Roncapiano lies near Castel San Pietro (TI). The town page collects every protected site around Castel San Pietro.

Which protected sites are near Roncapiano?

The closest are Peregai (0 km), Segoletto (1 km) and Scudellate (1 km).