Ruine Wartau, Gretschins
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Ruine Wartau is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Gretschins in the canton of SG. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 285. 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 Ruine Wartau?
Ruine Wartau lies near Gretschins in the canton of SG. The coordinates are 47.0996, 9.4919.
How large is Ruine Wartau?
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 Ruine Wartau protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Ruine Wartau in?
Ruine Wartau lies near Balzers () (SG). The town page collects every protected site around Balzers ().
Which protected sites are near Ruine Wartau?
The closest are Major (0 km), Sonnenberg (1 km) and Sabrens (1 km).