Surtatschas, Platta
Protected perimeter on the national map
Location and surroundings
Surtatschas is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Platta in the canton of GR. It covers 3 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 11235. 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 Surtatschas?
Surtatschas lies near Platta in the canton of GR. The coordinates are 46.6351, 8.8423.
How large is Surtatschas?
The site covers 3 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 Surtatschas protected?
Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.
Which town is Surtatschas in?
Surtatschas lies near Tujetsch (GR). The town page collects every protected site around Tujetsch.
Which protected sites are near Surtatschas?
The closest are Clavarut (1 km), Glatscher Davos la Buora (3 km) and Palius (Val Mutschnengia) (3 km).