Valbella, Rossa

Dry meadow2 haObject number 8498

Protected perimeter on the national map

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

Location and surroundings

Valbella is a dry meadow in Switzerland. The site lies near Rossa. It covers 2 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 8498. 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 Valbella?

Valbella lies near Rossa. The coordinates are 46.4006, 9.1300.

How large is Valbella?

The site covers 2 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 Valbella protected?

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

Which town is Valbella in?

Valbella lies near Mesocco. The town page collects every protected site around Mesocco.

Which protected sites are near Valbella?

The closest are Pro de Leura (2 km), Trescolmen (3 km) and Ri Dedent (3 km).