Rufinu, Kippel

Dry meadow1 haObject number 7035

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Rufinu is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Kippel in the canton of VS. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 7035. 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 Rufinu?

Rufinu lies near Kippel in the canton of VS. The coordinates are 46.3998, 7.7630.

How large is Rufinu?

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 Rufinu protected?

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

Which town is Rufinu in?

Rufinu lies near Kippel (VS). The town page collects every protected site around Kippel.

Which protected sites are near Rufinu?

The closest are Turand (1 km), Wilerhorn (2 km) and Chumma (2 km).