Umblin, Zernez

Dry meadow5 haObject number 9816

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Umblin is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Zernez in the canton of GR. It covers 5 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 9816. 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 Umblin?

Umblin lies near Zernez in the canton of GR. The coordinates are 46.7066, 10.0850.

How large is Umblin?

The site covers 5 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 Umblin protected?

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

Which town is Umblin in?

Umblin lies near Zernez (GR). The town page collects every protected site around Zernez.

Which protected sites are near Umblin?

The closest are Lavinar (0 km), Gondas (1 km) and Plattas (1 km).