Sal, Simplon Dorf

Dry meadow4 haObject number 7466

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Sal is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Simplon Dorf in the canton of VS. It covers 4 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 7466. 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 Sal?

Sal lies near Simplon Dorf in the canton of VS. The coordinates are 46.2169, 8.0406.

How large is Sal?

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 Sal protected?

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

Which town is Sal in?

Sal lies near Simplon (VS). The town page collects every protected site around Simplon.

Which protected sites are near Sal?

The closest are Guggina (0 km), Engi (1 km) and Balma (1 km).