Rophaien, Flüelen

Dry meadow1 haObject number 10038

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Rophaien is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Flüelen in the canton of UR. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 10038. 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 Rophaien?

Rophaien lies near Flüelen in the canton of UR. The coordinates are 46.9187, 8.6545.

How large is Rophaien?

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 Rophaien protected?

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

Which town is Rophaien in?

Rophaien lies near Flüelen (UR). The town page collects every protected site around Flüelen.

Which protected sites are near Rophaien?

The closest are Bodmi (1 km), Unter Weid (1 km) and Eggbergen (1 km).